How to Create and Pack an ASN (Advance Shipment Notice)

There are two methods for packing an ASN: Pick and Pack or Auto-Pack. This guide explains both options.

Pick and Pack Method

1. Select an order from your Inbox and open it.
2. Click Respond from the dropdown menu in the top-left corner.
3. Select Advance Shipment Notice (856).
4. In the ASN Packing Wizard, choose Pick and Pack.
5. Enter the number of cartons in the shipment and click Next. If shipping with pallets, you’ll also be prompted to enter the number of pallets and cartons.

6. Use the packing wizard to drag and drop items from the left panel into the appropriate cartons and/or pallets.

   

7. Once all items are packed, click Finished in the top-right corner. The ASN form will open.
8. Complete all required fields (highlighted in blue).
9. Click Save, then Send to submit the ASN to your trading partner.

Auto-Pack Method

Note: A catalog must be set up for the trading partner before using Auto-Pack. Refer to the article Creating a Catalog for setup instructions.

1. Select an order from your Inbox and open it.
2. Click Respond from the dropdown menu in the top-left corner.
3. Select Advance Shipment Notice (856).
4. In the ASN Packing Wizard, choose Auto-Pack.
5. Select whether you are shipping by pallet or loose cartons.
6. A message box will appear indicating the document is being created. Click OK. For large ASNs, track progress by clicking the yellow bell icon in the top-right corner.
7. Once the ASN is generated, it will either open automatically or prompt you to edit the document.
8. Complete all required fields (highlighted in blue).
9. Click Save, then Send to submit the ASN to your trading partner.

Need a visual guide?

Watch our tutorial on packing ASNs here: WebEDI Video Tutorials