EDI 944 – Warehouse Stock Transfer Receipt Advice

The EDI 944 Warehouse Stock Transfer Receipt Advice is a type of electronic data interchange transaction set that is used to confirm the receipt of goods at a warehouse following a stock transfer. It serves as a response to the EDI 943 Warehouse Stock Transfer Shipment Advice, providing details about what was received versus what was shipped.

What is EDI 944?

The EDI 944 Warehouse Stock Transfer Receipt Advice is an electronic document used to confirm the receipt of goods at a warehouse after a stock transfer. It serves as a response to the EDI 943 Warehouse Stock Transfer Shipment Advice, providing detailed information about what was received.

The EDI 944 enables businesses to maintain accurate inventory records by reconciling shipped versus received quantities in real time. It plays a critical role in warehouse operations, ensuring transparency and alignment across supply chain partners.

This electronic document complies with the ANSI X12 EDI specification.

Benefits of the EDI 944

All EDI documents are securely encrypted in transit, allowing trading partners to send sensitive data safely. 

Improve Inventory Accuracy

Automatically validate received goods against expected shipments

 

Increase Supply Chain Visibility

Gain real-time insight into inbound warehouse activity

Accelerate Reconciliation

Quickly identify shortages, overages, and damaged goods

Reduce Manual Processes

Eliminate paper-based receiving and manual data entry

Who uses an EDI 944?

EDI 944 is widely used across logistics and distribution networks, including:

  • Third-Party Logistics Providers (3PLs) – To confirm inbound stock receipts
  • Warehouses & Distribution Centers – To update inventory systems
  • Manufacturers – To track goods received across facilities
  • Retailers – To validate stock transfers and supplier deliveries
 

EDI 944 Specifications

ANSI ASC X12

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) chartered the Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) X12 to develop uniform standards for inter-industry electronic exchange of business transactions, namely electronic data interchange. ASC X12 also contributes to UN/EDIFACT messages that are used widely outside of the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

EDI 944 is used to confirm the receipt of goods at a warehouse. It ensures that received inventory matches the original shipment and provides visibility into any discrepancies.

  • EDI 943 notifies a warehouse of incoming goods
  • EDI 944 confirms what was actually received

Together, they create a complete inbound inventory tracking loop.

Typical data elements include:

  • Receipt number and receipt date
  • Warehouse and shipper information
  • Item identifiers (SKU, UPC, GTIN)
  • Quantities received
  • Discrepancy details (shortages, damages)

Yes. EDI 944 can report:

  • Shortages
  • Overages
  • Damaged goods

This enables faster issue resolution and more accurate inventory reporting.

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