EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment
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Convert EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgments to CSV format. The 997 is an automated response confirming receipt of EDI transmissions and reporting any errors in syntax, segment structure, or data validity.
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Convert EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgments to CSV format. PlainEDI converts EDI 997 files to CSV instantly (typically under 30 seconds). Upload your file, preview free, then export for $9 (single file) or $3.90/file (10-pack). Supports all major retailers including Walmart, Target, Amazon, Home Depot, and more. No software installation required.
Why Convert EDI 997 to CSV?
Convert 997 EDI files to CSV for easy analysis, import into ERP systems, or reconciliation in Excel.
Confirm your EDI files were received successfully by trading partners
Identify transmission or formatting errors in outbound EDI
Monitor EDI transaction success rates and data quality
Debug EDI integration issues with retailers
Track which EDI files were accepted or rejected
Audit EDI compliance and file accuracy
What Data is Extracted from EDI 997?
Our parser extracts all standard 997 segments and elements into clean CSV columns you can open in Excel:
Transaction Set ID (AK201) - Type of file acknowledged (850, 856, etc.)Control Number (AK202) - ID of transaction being acknowledgedAcknowledgment Code (AK501) - Accepted/Rejected/Accepted with ErrorsError Code (AK304) - Specific error found in fileSegment ID (AK302) - Which segment had the errorElement Position (AK303) - Which data element was invalidFunctional Group Control Number (GS06)Date/Time Received (AK903)How to Convert EDI 997 to CSV in 3 Steps
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Process EDI 997 from Any Major Retailer
PlainEDI handles 997 files from all 10 major retailers we support:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment?
The EDI 997 is an automated receipt confirmation. When you send an EDI file (like an 850 PO or 856 ASN) to a trading partner, their system sends back a 997 to confirm it was received and whether the file had any syntax errors, missing data, or formatting issues.
What does a rejected 997 mean?
A rejected 997 (acknowledgment code "R") means the EDI file had errors and was not accepted. The 997 will include error codes (AK304) indicating what went wrong - such as invalid segment structure, missing required data elements, or incorrect control numbers. You must fix the errors and resend the file.
Do I need to respond to 997 acknowledgments?
No, the 997 is informational only - you don't send a response. However, you should monitor 997s to ensure your outbound EDI files are being accepted. If you receive rejections, use the error codes to diagnose and fix your EDI data or integration.
What is the difference between a 997 and an 855?
The 997 Functional Acknowledgment confirms the EDI file was *received* and *syntactically valid*. The 855 PO Acknowledgment confirms the *business content* of a purchase order is *accepted or rejected*. A file can pass the 997 (valid syntax) but still be rejected in the 855 (supplier can't fulfill the order).
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