EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment
What is the EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment transaction set?
The EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment describes the syntax-level acknowledgment of the receipt of an X12 functional group. Functional groups are analogous to batches of like documents, i.e. purchase orders, invoices, etc. Each functional group contains one or more transaction sets. It confirms to a sender that a receiver has received the EDI transactions successfully. Note that the 997 response does not indicate the trading partner agrees with the contents of the transaction or that the transaction meets business requirements.
The acknowledgment contains an acceptance or rejection notification. Trading partners may choose to supply more detailed EDI 997s describing individual elements that contain syntax errors when rejections occur.
Example of EDI 997 Transaction in PilotFish Data Mapper (click to enlarge)
For more on PilotFish’s EDI tools and resources, go to Building an X12 EDI Interface in 10 Easy Steps, X12 EDI Data Mapping, EDI HIPAA X12 Transaction Summary and X12 EDI Healthcare Supply Chain Transaction Summary.
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EDI 997 Frequently Asked Questions
The EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment specifically confirms receipt of an X12 transaction set but does not verify business content or compliance. It focuses on syntax errors and validation, unlike an EDI 855 or EDI 856 which confirm order acceptance or shipment.
Yes, PilotFish’s platform can automate the detection and handling of EDI 997 errors through customized workflows, ensuring that any rejected transactions are flagged and rerouted for correction without manual intervention.
Common errors flagged by the EDI 997 include missing or incorrect data elements, syntax errors, and segment errors. Using PilotFish’s integration engine, users can map and validate transactions, identifying these issues before transmission.
The EDI 997 ensures that all transmitted supply chain documents conform to X12 syntax standards, helping companies maintain compliance with trading partner agreements. PilotFish’s platform supports compliance by offering tools to validate and monitor transactions.
PilotFish’s platform supports multiple versions of the EDI 997 transaction, allowing for smooth communication between trading partners using different EDI standards. The platform ensures seamless mapping and validation across versions.
Check out our EDI FAQ pages for more.
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