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How can I create 277CAs from the Database?

Follow the steps below to create 277CA from the database:

 

1.Go to Data Base > Create 277CA in the main menu window.

 

 

The following window will open:

 

 

2.There are three steps to create the 277CA. In the first step, select the "Database" option.

 

 

3.In the second step, you will see the option change to select the type of database and the query. Through your query, you will you have full control over the records that you select:

 

 

4.Unlike creating manual 277CA files from an 837 EDI File, here you will only have the option to select the receiver by clicking on the "..." button (the first option will be grayed out):

 

 

5.Once you make your selection, click on the "Create 277CA File," which will take a moment to process the file. A pop-up window will open asking you to confirm the action:

 

 

6.After it's done, a process result window will open and show where the system created the file.

 

 

What actions can I take after creating the 277CA file?

After the 277CA file is created, you will be able to see it in the pane below the "Create 277CA File" button. You will also have three action options (see the descriptions below):

oView Report — You can view the 277 as printable report.

oView in EDI Editor — You see the file displayed in the EDI Editor.

oSend to TP — You can send the file and if the Trading Partner has FTP or other transports selected and configured the file will be sent to the Trading Partner and a success message is visible.