Certified EDI & ERP Provider

Enterprise EDI for DXP Trading

Power your wholesale distribution with DXP through automated EDI integration that moves purchase orders, order confirmations, advance ship notices, and invoices directly between your ERP and theirs. We help you meet DXP's routing requirements, keeping shipments on time and minimizing compliance penalties. Our turnkey setup and 24-hour engineering support remove the need to hire internal EDI resources.

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Table of Contents Structure

#01

EDI Definition & Overview

#02

Integration & Architecture

#03

Supported EDI Documents

#04

Barcode Labels & Packing Slips

#05

Operational Pressure Points

#06

ERP & System Integrations

#07

Compliance & Onboarding

#08

Frequently Asked Questions

ZERO-CLICK DEFINITION

What is DXP EDI?

DXP EDI is a comprehensive electronic data interchange solution for the wholesale and distribution industry. It enables seamless integration of critical business documents like purchase orders, invoices, and advanced ship notices across the supply chain.

EDI 810 Invoice EDI 850 Purchase Order EDI 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgment

// Operational Focus

Retail compliance readiness focus

Ensure accurate document validation and mapping to meet retail trading partner requirements
Maintain digital data synchronization between DXP systems and your ERP for order, inventory, and invoice data
Leverage stable AS2 and VAN communication protocols to exchange EDI documents reliably

CLOUD EDI PLATFORM

DXP EDI Integration
& Compliance

Operating out of Houston, Texas since its inception in 1908, DXP Enterprises demands exceptional supply chain velocity and pinpoint transaction precision across its industrial distribution network. Cogential IT delivers turnkey Managed EDI Services engineered to eliminate manual entry bottlenecks and secure full EDI Compliance with DXP's rigorous fulfillment specifications, ensuring seamless vendor-distributor harmony without burdening your internal IT resources.

Pre-Transmission Validated Direct ERP Ingestion Dedicated Engineering SLA

ONE INTEGRATION · ENTIRE NETWORK X12 · EDIFACT

Your ERP

one REST API

CogentailIT

cloud EDI platform

Warehousing

940 · Warehouse Order

Freight

204 · Load Tender

Fulfillment

856 · Ship Notice

Suppliers

850 · Purchase Order

Retailers

850 · Purchase Order

Technical Architecture & Integration Engine

Engineered for Production

Instant Order Ingestion (EDI 850)

Capture inbound DXP purchase orders instantly via secure AS2 or VAN channels, converting transaction payloads automatically into your backend ERP with zero data loss.

Accurate Acknowledgements (EDI 855)

Automate prompt Purchase Order Acknowledgements to confirm line-item pricing, expected delivery dates, and inventory availability before fulfillment cycles begin.

Synchronized Despatch Logistics (EDI 856)

Generate fully compliant Advance Ship Notices (ASN) with exact hierarchical packaging structures (SOPI/SOTI) tailored to DXP's strict receiving dock requirements.

Frictionless Billing (EDI 810)

Transmit electronic invoices synchronized with matching PO and receipt data to accelerate payment cycles and eradicate invoicing discrepancies.

Direct ERP Integration · Flat File / REST / Webhook · Zero Rigidity

Where DXP compliance usually get stuck?

Most compliance issues happen when business operations and EDI mapping are handled separately.

01 01

How to ensure DXP document validation accuracy?

Strict adherence to retail partner document standards and continuous monitoring of mapping rules is crucial to avoid compliance issues.

02 02

How to maintain real-time ERP data sync for DXP?

Seamless integration between your ERP and the EDI system is essential to keep inventory, orders, and invoices updated across systems.

03 03

How to ensure stable DXP EDI communication?

Leveraging reliable AS2 and VAN protocols is key to uninterrupted EDI data exchange and avoiding communication failures.

The Cogential IT Edge

Why We Are the Ultimate EDI Compliance Provider for DXP?

Cogential IT's deep expertise in DXP EDI compliance, ERP integration, and communication protocol management sets us apart as the best partner for your needs.

Retail compliance experts

Our team has extensive experience in mapping DXP EDI documents to meet the strict requirements of your retail partners.

Seamless ERP integration

We seamlessly connect your DXP EDI data with your ERP system, ensuring real-time visibility and accuracy of orders, inventory, and invoices.

Reliable communication

We leverage stable AS2 and VAN protocols to ensure uninterrupted EDI data exchange, minimizing communication failures and delays.

Dedicated support

Our team provides personalized support throughout the DXP EDI onboarding and compliance management process, ensuring a smooth experience.

Continuous improvement

We constantly monitor and optimize your DXP EDI setup, adapting to changes in requirements and technology to maintain optimal performance.

Scalable solution

Our DXP EDI solution is designed to grow with your business, accommodating increasing transaction volumes and new trading partner requirements.

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DXP EDI DOCUMENT MATRIX

Review the critical EDI documents

Understand the key EDI transaction sets required for your DXP integration.

DOCUMENT CONTROL

Schedule-driven EDI requires every document to land in the right system.

850

Purchase Order Set 01 of 04

856

Ship Notice/Manifest Set 02 of 04

810

Invoice Set 03 of 04

4 Documents X12

850 01

Purchase Order

The 850 Purchase Order kicks off the EDI process, triggering downstream documents.

Workflow →

855 02

Purchase Order Acknowledgment

The 855 PO Acknowledgment confirms receipt and acceptance of the 850 Purchase Order.

Workflow

856 03

Ship Notice/Manifest

The 856 Advanced Ship Notice aligns physical shipment details with the original 850 Purchase Order.

Workflow →

810 04

Invoice

The 810 Invoice document completes the EDI process, matching the physical shipment and financial transaction.

Workflow →

JSON PAYLOAD 0 ERRORS

2 "interchange_header": {

3 "sender_id": "COGENTAILIT",

4 "receiver_id": "ACME",

5 "usage_indicator": "I1",

6 "control_version": "00402",

7 "control_number": "000001"

8 },

9 "invoice": {

10 "number": "INV-2024-0847",

11 "date": "2024-06-14",

12 "terms": "NET 30",

13 "total": 12500.00

14 }

15}

PROBLEMS · 0 partner guide: ACME v2.4

No problems yet — hit "Run test" to validate the payload.

VALIDATION ENGINE

Validate DXP
EDI in Minutes

DXP's wholesale and distribution ecosystem relies on precise routing rules and tight cross-dock timelines. Cogential IT's autonomous validation engine audits every outgoing document prior to transmission, flagging missing segment qualifiers, mismatched unit prices, and packaging discrepancies to protect your business against costly vendor SLA deductions.

Automated GS1-128 Barcode Generation

Produce pristine GS1-128 shipping container labels fully correlated with EDI 856 ASNs to ensure instant scan-and-receive verification at DXP warehouse hubs.
Branded DSV Packing Slip Support

Automatically format and print customized, branded packing slips designed specifically for direct-store and cross-dock distribution workflows.
Pre-Flight Syntax & Rule Auditing

Inspect every EDI segment and element against DXP's exact implementation guide in real-time to catch errors before payloads leave your system.
Reduced Chargebacks Assurance

Eliminate downstream compliance penalties with our pre-configured validation engine and 24/7 proactive transaction monitoring.

Connected EDI-to-ERP Integration Matrix

Connect DXP EDI to your existing ERP systems

Cogential IT helps reduce manual re-entry by connecting DXP EDI with the systems your team already uses.

Order → ASN → Invoice Built for retail compliance

Cogential IT

EDI + ERP Integration Hub

Maps trading partner documents into daily supplier systems without disconnected manual workflows.

850 855 856

Sage 100 Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Sage 100

Sage 300 Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Sage 300

NetSuite Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with NetSuite

Epicor Prophet 21 Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Epicor Prophet 21

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Microsoft Dynamics 365

Cin7 Core Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Cin7 Core

Kerridge K8 Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Kerridge K8

Oracle JD Edwards Integrate DXP orders, ASN, and invoices with Oracle JD Edwards

COMPLIANCE AND ONBOARDING

DXP

Streamline DXP EDI compliance and onboarding with Cogential IT

Our team manages the entire compliance and onboarding process, ensuring a seamless experience for your DXP integration.

Control Matrix

Comprehensive onboarding support

Our experts guide you through the entire DXP EDI onboarding process, from mapping setup to communication protocol configuration.

850

855

856

810

850, 855, 856, 810 We monitor the critical EDI document sequence from purchase order to invoice.

Document mapping

We meticulously map your DXP EDI documents to meet retail partner requirements.

ERP integration

We seamlessly connect your DXP EDI data with your ERP system for real-time visibility.

Communication setup

We configure the stable AS2 and VAN protocols to ensure reliable EDI data exchange.

Ongoing monitoring

We continuously monitor your DXP EDI setup and make adjustments to maintain optimal performance.

Dedicated support

Our team provides personalized assistance throughout the DXP EDI onboarding and compliance management process.

DXP EDI LAUNCH SUPPORT

Ready to simplify
EDI onboarding?

Cogential IT can help your team prepare DXP purchase orders, ASNs, GS1-128 barcode labels, ERP integration, connectivity, testing, and go-live support — so compliance does not become an operations burden.

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Supported: 850 856 810 855

Any ERP Integration Custom Coded APIs Dual-Mode Xref 24-Hr SLA Support

READINESS PATH

Move from requirement review to monitored go-live

Review Requirements EDI document, label, and compliance specifications for DXP.

Connect Systems ERP, warehouse, inventory, and accounting data integration.

Launch & Monitor Test, launch, monitor, and fix transaction exceptions with live SLA tracking.

Verified EDI Partner

Free checklist

Get the DXP EDI Compliance Checklist

Use this checklist to prepare your DXP EDI workflow before onboarding.

Document readiness checks ERP and system integration planning Testing and go-live support checklist Exception and acknowledgment monitoring

PDF

850 856 810

DXP EDI Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked
Questions

Everything you need to know about trading with DXP via EDI — from document requirements to compliance details.

DOCUMENT CONTROL

Every DXP document, precisely routed

Schedule-driven EDI requires every document to land in the right system at the right time. Cogential IT guarantees seamless X12 integration with DXP — from purchase orders to invoices, every transaction is validated, mapped, and delivered with precision.

810

Invoice

850

Purchase Order

855

Purchase Order Acknowledgment

856

Ship Notice/Manifest

Verified

01 How to become EDI compliant with DXP and complete production certification?

Start by registering on the DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway and confirming your trading partner profile. You will then complete a structured test cycle covering the mandated 850 Purchase Order, 855 PO Acknowledgment, 856 Advance Ship Notice, and 810 Electronic Invoice. Most suppliers complete testing within 2 to 6 weeks, depending on how quickly they resolve validation errors and resubmit corrected test packets. Production certification is granted once DXP validates all outbound and inbound documents, label samples, and AS2 or VAN connectivity. Before going live, verify that your ISA/GS envelope values, GS1-128 SSCC-18 labels, and 856 ship notice timing align with DXP Wholesale & Distribution EDI compliance expectations.

02 How does DXP prevent chargebacks when ASN timing and segment data do not match?

DXP relies on tight synchronization between the 856 Advance Ship Notice and the physical shipment, so mismatches in BSN01 purpose code, HL hierarchy, or REF segment references often trigger compliance exceptions. To avoid chargebacks, send the 856 before the carrier arrives at the cross-dock DC and ensure every carton SSCC-18 in the EDI matches the GS1-128 label physically on the pallet. Validate that PO numbers, line items, quantities, and ship dates in the 856 mirror the original 850 and your 855 acknowledgment. Run pre-flight checks in the DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway before transmitting, and keep a log of every 997 functional acknowledgment to prove receipt.

03 What are DXP UCC-128 and GS1-128 pallet labeling requirements for distribution centers?

Every pallet and case shipped to DXP must carry a GS1-128 Shipping Container Barcode label with a valid SSCC-18 serial number, typically encoded in Application Identifier 00. The label should include human-readable PO number, ship to/deliver to location, carton count, and item details alongside the barcode. DXP Wholesale & Distribution EDI compliance requires that these labels match the 856 ASN hierarchy exactly, so each SSCC-18 referenced in HL segments must scan cleanly at the DC. Use certified label stock, verify quiet zones, and test scan grades before your first live shipment. If you print labels from QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, or Salesforce, confirm the integration outputs SSCC-18 values consistent with your EDI 856.

04 How to migrate from manual Web EDI or legacy systems to DXP EDI without disruption?

Plan a parallel run where your old Web EDI portal and the new automated flow both process DXP orders for one or two billing cycles. Map the mandated 850, 855, 856, and 810 documents first, then add optional 860 order changes and 870 warehouse reports only after core flows stabilize. Preserve historical PO numbers, invoice references, and ASN data so you can reconcile during the cutover. Test AS2 or VAN connectivity with DXP in their non-production environment and confirm certificate exchange before disabling the legacy channel. Keep a rollback checklist, notify DXP through the DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway, and never switch both inbound and outbound traffic on the same day.

05 Which ERPs integrate with DXP EDI for QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, and Salesforce?

QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, and Salesforce can all feed DXP EDI compliance when connected through a middleware layer that translates native transactions into ANSI X12. Sales orders and invoices from QuickBooks Online map to the 850 and 810; Sage Intacct handles GL-backed invoice validation and PO matching; Salesforce opportunity or order data can drive the 855 acknowledgment and 856 ASN workflows. The integration must generate correct ISA/GS envelopes, populate REF and N1 segments, and produce GS1-128 SSCC-18 labels for physical shipments. Choose a connector that supports DXP AS2, VAN requirements and offers pre-built validation against DXP Wholesale & Distribution EDI compliance rules. Always test end-to-end with real PO data before production.

06 What are DXP EDI 810 purchase order mapping requirements for invoices?

The DXP EDI 810 Electronic Invoice must reference the original 850 Purchase Order in the BIG segment and tie each line item back to the PO line via PO1 and IT1 references. Unit price, quantity invoiced, allowances, and charges must match the 855 acknowledgment and the 856 ship notice to avoid payment delays. DXP expects accurate N1 bill-to and remit-to locations, plus valid REF segments for supplier identifiers. If you use QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, or Salesforce, confirm your invoice extract populates these X12 segments correctly and does not round totals differently than the source system. Validate the 810 in the DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway before sending live, and retain the 997 acknowledgment as proof of acceptance.

07 Why must DXP suppliers follow specialized delivery and lot tracking rules?

As a Wholesale & Distribution trading partner, DXP often routes goods through cross-dock DCs with strict appointment windows and lot-controlled inventory. Your 856 ASN should include lot numbers in the appropriate LIN or REF segments when items require traceability, and the MEA or TD1 segments must reflect accurate weights and carton counts for DC scheduling. Late or incomplete ASNs can cause missed appointments and compliance penalties. Always confirm whether DXP requires lot, batch, or expiration date detail per SKU, and encode that data consistently across the 850, 855, 856, and 810. Test lot-bearing shipments during your DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway certification cycle so the first live delivery flows smoothly.

08 When should DXP suppliers use optional EDI 860, 846, 820, 812, and 824 transactions?

Use the 860 Purchase Order Change after DXP sends a revised 850 and you need to confirm or reject the change through a new 855. The 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice helps DXP see available-to-promise stock, which is valuable if you operate on QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, or Salesforce inventory modules. The 820 Payment Order/Remittance Advice, 812 Credit/Debit Adjustment, and 824 Application Advice support reconciliation and exception reporting but are not required for basic DXP EDI compliance. Roll these out only once your mandated 850, 855, 856, and 810 flows are stable. Coordinate activation through the DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway and test each optional document in sequence to avoid confusing production traffic.

09 How to set up AS2, VAN connection for DXP EDI and exchange certificates?

DXP supports both AS2 Direct Secure Communication and traditional VAN connectivity, so choose the method that matches your infrastructure and DXP's preference. For AS2, generate a 2048-bit RSA public certificate, share it with DXP through the DXP Supplier Portal / B2B Gateway, and import DXP's certificate into your AS2 server trust store. Configure signing, encryption, MDN receipt, and HTTPS transport settings exactly as DXP specifies. For VAN, provide your VAN mailbox ID and qualifier, then request DXP's mailbox details for routing. Test connectivity with a small 997 or 855 sample before sending live 850, 856, or 810 traffic. Keep certificate expiration dates on your calendar, because an expired cert will halt all DXP AS2, VAN requirements immediately.

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Enterprise EDI for DXP Trading

What is DXP EDI?

Retail compliance readiness focus

DXP EDI Integration
& Compliance

Instant Order Ingestion (EDI 850)

Accurate Acknowledgements (EDI 855)

Synchronized Despatch Logistics (EDI 856)

Frictionless Billing (EDI 810)

Where DXP compliance usually get stuck?

How to ensure DXP document validation accuracy?

How to maintain real-time ERP data sync for DXP?

How to ensure stable DXP EDI communication?

Why We Are the Ultimate EDI Compliance Provider for DXP?

Retail compliance experts

Seamless ERP integration

Reliable communication

Dedicated support

Continuous improvement

Scalable solution

Ready to streamline your DXP compliance?

Review the critical EDI documents

Validate DXP
EDI in Minutes

Connect DXP EDI to your existing ERP systems

EDI + ERP Integration Hub

Streamline DXP EDI compliance and onboarding with Cogential IT

Document mapping

ERP integration

Communication setup

Ongoing monitoring

Dedicated support

Ready to simplify
EDI onboarding?

Move from requirement review to monitored go-live

Get the DXP EDI Compliance Checklist

Frequently Asked
Questions

Every DXP document, precisely routed

More Wholesale & Distribution Partners We Integrate

Let’s design your EDI & ERP workflow the right way.

See Our Platform in Action

Enterprise EDI for DXP Trading

What is DXP EDI?

Retail compliance readiness focus

DXP EDI Integration& Compliance

Instant Order Ingestion (EDI 850)

Accurate Acknowledgements (EDI 855)

Synchronized Despatch Logistics (EDI 856)

Frictionless Billing (EDI 810)

How to ensure DXP document validation accuracy?

How to maintain real-time ERP data sync for DXP?

How to ensure stable DXP EDI communication?

Retail compliance experts

Seamless ERP integration

Reliable communication

Dedicated support

Continuous improvement

Scalable solution

Ready to streamline your DXP compliance?

Validate DXPEDI in Minutes

EDI + ERP Integration Hub

Document mapping

ERP integration

Communication setup

Ongoing monitoring

Dedicated support

Ready to simplifyEDI onboarding?

Move from requirement review to monitored go-live

Get the DXP EDI Compliance Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions

Every DXP document, precisely routed

More Wholesale & Distribution Partners We Integrate

Let’s design your EDI & ERP workflow the right way.

See Our Platform in Action

DXP EDI Integration
& Compliance

Validate DXP
EDI in Minutes

Ready to simplify
EDI onboarding?

Frequently Asked
Questions