The EDI 214 transaction set represents a Transportation Carrier Shipment Status message. It is used by truckload and LTL carriers to inform shippers of the detailed status of their shipments. A shipper will typically require EDI 214 based on specific events like when the carrier has arrived at the pickup location, when the load arrives at the destination and when the carrier has left loading dock at the destination.
The EDI 214 is also called x12 Transportation Carrier Shipment Status Message.
This EDI 214 transaction set can be used by a transportation carrier to provide shippers, consignees, and their agents with the status of shipments in terms of the dates, times, locations, route, identifying numbers, and conveyance. The key elements include: