EANCOM INVOIC is the GS1 subset of the UN/EDIFACT invoice message, used mainly in retail EDI. It keeps only the elements business applications need and identifies products by GTIN and parties by Global Location Number (GLN). EANCOM 2002 Syntax 4 is based on EDIFACT directory D.01B, with version code EAN011 for INVOIC in the message header. Klarbon support is planned, not available yet.
What is in an EANCOM invoice?
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Base | UN/EDIFACT INVOIC, directory D.01B |
| Edition described here | EANCOM 2002 Syntax 4, edition 2016 |
| Message header | UNH with INVOIC:D:01B:UN:EAN011 |
| Character set | declared in UNB, such as UNOD for UN/ECE level D |
| Products | GTIN |
| Parties and locations | GLN |
| Covers | invoices, credit notes and debit notes |
| Maintained by | GS1 |
GS1 describes EANCOM and publishes the message manuals, including the segment layout of the invoice (GS1 EANCOM, INVOIC introduction, segment UNH).
EANCOM or plain EDIFACT?
| EANCOM INVOIC | EDIFACT INVOIC | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | GS1 subset, fewer optional elements | the full UN message |
| Identifiers | GTIN and GLN | any agreed code list |
| Version in UNH | adds EAN011 |
directory version only |
| Typical use | retail and consumer goods | many industries |
What does Klarbon do with EANCOM invoices?
Opening, checking and converting EANCOM invoices are planned in Klarbon, not available yet. Klarbon does not send EDI messages or connect to an EDI network.
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Frequently asked questions
What is EANCOM?
The GS1 subset of UN/EDIFACT. It keeps only the message elements that business applications need and the syntax requires, and leaves out optional elements that GS1 users do not use.
How do I recognise an EANCOM invoice?
The UNH segment carries INVOIC, version D, release 01B, agency UN and the GS1 code EAN011, the EANCOM version of the invoice message.
Why does EANCOM use GTINs and GLNs?
EANCOM ties EDIFACT to the GS1 identification standards. Products are identified by GTIN, the number behind the barcode, and parties and locations by Global Location Number (GLN).
Is EANCOM free to use?
GS1 publishes the EANCOM manuals, but national GS1 organisations and trading partners add their own guides, and code lists may have their own terms. Check what your trading partner and GS1 organisation require.
Sources
- GS1 Slovenia, EANCOM 2002 Syntax 4, INVOIC introduction edi.gs1si.org
- GS1 Slovenia, INVOIC UNH segment edi.gs1si.org