SAP PI for EDI

Hi experts,
We would like to use SAP PI for creating EDI Documents, Could you let me know what are the options available other than using Seeburger.We would be mostly using this for sending invoices to external edi systems.I would appreciate your help.Many thanks.

Hi,
>>>Could you let me know what are the options available other than using Seeburger
you can send XML files to your EDI provider if the provider supports it
or even IDOC-XML (there are also providers that support this)
so it all depends on the EDI provider you use
Regards,
Michal Krawczyk

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Can I know Pros and Cons for hanling mapping translations in third party vs handling mapping translations in SAP PI for EDI 850 interface.
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Regards,
Krishna.

Hi Mohan,
Pros:
SAP PI is a middleware and all Middlewares work pretty much on the same principles.
I am assuming that EDI 850 would have some sort of structure, [ to be honest I have not worked on EDI but just read about it] and SAP PI would require you to convert this structure into XML -> the only language SAP PI understands.
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Last but not the least, it will provide a robust system with Alerting and Monitoring.
Cons: You may have to invest on a third party adapter to read the EDI
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http://www.sdn.sap.com/irj/scn/go/portal/prtroot/docs/library/uuid/10b17369-9522-2c10-84a6-d75d8a8ace22?overridelayout=t…
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Check out this document
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Also this thread
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what r the settings needed in sap system for transferring the idoc to edi subsytem?
is the ale settings require for edi connection?

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3. You must pay attention to the naming convention of the files, as you will need to make sure that you are not processing the same message again. Also it is a good practice save the files into another directory (archive directory).
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Please guide me for EDI.Please provide steps and concept.

See this link.
[EDI|http://www.erpgenie.com/sap-technical/ale-edi-b2b]
Also Search in Google , Utilize it in a better way.
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1) Created a Z output type - Z005
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Hi,
Check this document for reference:
https://www.sdn.sap.com/irj/sdn/go/portal/prtroot/docs/library/uuid/d4ce58df-0901-0010-a4be-9ae9eda61107
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LS - Logical system is used for ALE interface , That is interaction with SAP clicnets whether in the Same Server or External servers.
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SAP XI and EDI

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I have some questions about SAP XI and EDI.
We are planning to get the SAP XI to handle EDI message e.g. ANSI 850, but it looks like XI does not handle EDI out of the box. From what I read we still need to buy an EDI adaptor to handle the EDI-to-IDOC and IDOC-to-EDI processing. e.g. Seeburger adaptor.
Actually I don't quite get this, isn't it XI contains a set of tools that allows us to do the mapping? Can we just use those tools to create EDI map without buying the seeburger adaptor? If we cannot create EDI map ourselves, then isn't it SAP XI is just an expensive message router??
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http://www.sappress.com/product.cfm?account=&product=H3003
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BADI for EDI Invoice outbound

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http://help.sap.com/printdocu/core/Print46c/en/data/pdf/CABFAALEQS/CABFAALEQS.pdf
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EDI
Electronic Data Interchange
Cross-company exchange of electronic data (for example business documents) between domestic and international business partners who use a variety of hardware, software, and communication services. The data involved is formatted according to predefined standards. In addition to this, SAP ALE technology is available for data exchange within a company.
Refer
http://www.erpgenie.com/sapedi/index.htm
http://help.sap.com/saphelp_nw04/helpdata/en/72/c18ee5546a11d182cc0000e829fbfe/frameset.htm
https://www.2020software.com/products/Fourth_Shift_Edition_for_SAP_Business_One_Electronic_Data_Interchange.asp
http://downloads-zdnet.com.com/SoftwareandWebDevelopment/SoftwareDevelopmentTools/ElectronicData+Interchange/
http://www.erpgenie.com/sapedi/index.htm
http://www.kostal.com/english/downloads/EDI_AGB_eng.pdfd
EDI is nothing but Electronic data interchange. SAP will support EDI through Intermediate documents (IDOCS).
EDI (Electronic Document interchange) - EDI is the electronic exchange of business documents between the computer systems of business partners, using a standard format over a communication network.
EDI is also called paperless exchange.
Advantages:
Reduced Data entry errors
Reduced processing time
Availabilty of data in electonic form
Reduced paperwork
Reduced Cost
Reduced inventories and better planning
Standard means of communications
Better business process
EDI has two process
1. Outbound process
2. Inbound process
OP:
1.Application document is created.
2.IDOC is generated
3.IDoc is transferred from SAP to Operating system layer
4.Idoc is converted into EDI standards
5.Edi document is transmitted to the business partner
6.The Edi Subsystem report status to SAP
IP:
1.EDI transmission received
2.EDI document is converted into an IDOC
3.IDOC is transferred to the SAP layer
4.The application document is created
5.The application document can be viewed.
EDI FLOW :
Here is some thing which helps you and here the purchase order is taken as example too..
Electronic Data Interchange, or EDI, is the electronic exchange of business data. Using a standard format, EDI provides a method of transmitting business data from one computer to another, without the need to re-key data. This electronic link can result in more effective business transactions. With EDI, paper documents such as invoices can be replaced with electronic transmissions, thus time is saved, and the potential for error is minimized. Data can be exchanged at any time. Related business expenses, such as postage, printing, phone calls, and handling, can also be significantly reduced. EDI can aid in the support of manufacturing efforts, such as Just-in-Time and Third Party Warehousing, and financial efforts, such as Electronic Payments.
What parts of the business cycle can be supported by EDI?
Any business documents that are currently exchanged using paper can be converted to an EDI. Standards. Standards include ANSI X12 and XML/EDI are primarily used in the United States, while EDIFACT is used in Europe and Asia.
How does EDI get started?
EDI gets started when one company contacts another expressing interest in trading business documents electronically using Electronic Data Interchange. The two companies must first determine each other's EDI capabilities. If you do not already know your EDI capabilities, we have prepared a questionnaire to help you determine them. If you are already EDI capable, we will coordinate with your technical staff to determine a testing plan. Upon completion of testing the EDI documents, the appropriate business personnel will set a production start date to begin the exchange of EDI business data. If you are not EDI capable, we recommend you first obtain a commitment from your upper management. Your company will need to allocate resources and capital for software, hardware, testing, possible programming, and training.
What is the flow of EDI?
The flow of EDI depends on the sophistication of your systems and your EDI software. If you have internal purchasing/order entry systems, you will need interface programs that can extract and insert data out of and into these systems. EDI programs that interface with your internal systems are preferred over software that requires re-keying of data. Embassy Software specializes in seemless interface between EDI and your back office systems. Using a purchase order as an example of a business document your customer would send that PO electronically (850) to you. It could be sent either through a VAN (Value Added Network) or through an FTP server. You would take that 850 and convert it either into and ODBC database, a flat file or XML document to be imported into your Order System with the use of EDI Software such as PassportXchange.. Using EDI communication software, which is part of the PassportXchange package you would pull down data at set intervals from the VAN or FTP. These documents are then processed through EDI translation software and output to our order entry system. Finally, an EDI document called a functional acknowledgment (997) is sent to your customer.

Books in market for EDI

Hello Gurus,
would you please update me the links or books in market for EDI...?
Mandar

Hi,
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is generally used for conducting business transactions between the company and its trading partners. Examples include sending a purchase order to a vendor which then automatically creates a sales order on their side. Generally this functionality is focussed on purchasing and sales functions (sometimes also inventory and forecasting data).
For more help find belo links
https://www.sdn.sap.com/irj/scn/go/portal/prtroot/docs/library/uuid/135b0b94-0701-0010-f6a9-86a14057544a
http://help.sap.com/saphelp_nw04/helpdata/en/dc/6b809b43d711d1893e0000e8323c4f/frameset.htm
/people/nithiyanandam.au2/blog/2008/02/20/handling-edi-interfaces-using-seeburger-bic-modules
Integration EDI with XI/PI
https://www.sdn.sap.com/irj/scn/go/portal/prtroot/docs/library/uuid/e2aeb02c-0601-0010-d680-c9be61ffa390

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