Target EDI Compliance Guide
Navigate Target's EDI and vendor compliance with confidence
Quick Answer
Target requires EDI 850 (Purchase Order), EDI 855 (PO Acknowledgment), EDI 856 (Ship Notice (ASN)), EDI 810 (Invoice), EDI 997 (Functional Acknowledgment) from all suppliers. Non-compliance triggers chargebacks including non-compliant ASN: $250-$500 per shipment.
Target requires all vendors to meet specific EDI compliance standards, including DPCI (Department, Class, Item) codes at the item level in ASN documents. Target's vendor compliance program enforces strict shipping and documentation standards.
Required EDI Transactions
Target requires suppliers to support the following EDI transaction types. Click any transaction to view our detailed guide with segment breakdowns and examples.
Compliance Requirements
Here is what Target expects from EDI-compliant suppliers:
- EDI 850 Purchase Order receipt and processing
- EDI 855 PO Acknowledgment within 48 hours
- EDI 856 ASN with DPCI codes at item level
- EDI 810 Invoice with matching PO references
- EDI 997 Functional Acknowledgment
- GS1-128 compliant shipping labels
- Partners Online portal registration
- Routing guide compliance for all shipments
Chargeback Penalties
Non-compliance with Target's EDI requirements can result in significant financial penalties:
Common Target Chargebacks
- Non-compliant ASN: $250-$500 per shipment
- Missing DPCI codes: rejection of shipment
- Routing guide violations: $500-$2,000 per occurrence
- Late delivery: percentage-based deduction
How to Achieve Target EDI Compliance
Getting compliant with Target requires three things: an EDI platform that supports all required transaction types, automated validation that catches errors before they trigger chargebacks, and integration with your ERP so orders flow through without manual re-entry.
EDI transaction formats follow ASC X12 standards, and product identification uses GS1 GTIN and GS1-128 barcode specifications. Both are required by virtually every major US retailer.
OrderSync handles all three compliance layers. Our platform processes EDI transactions (850, 855, 856, 810, 997) alongside PDF, CSV, and email orders through a single pipeline. Automated validation checks every order against your product catalog, pricing rules, and Target-specific compliance requirements before syncing to your ERP.
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What EDI transactions does Target require?
Target requires EDI 850 (Purchase Order), EDI 855 (PO Acknowledgment), EDI 856 (Ship Notice (ASN)), EDI 810 (Invoice), EDI 997 (Functional Acknowledgment). Each transaction must meet Target's specific formatting and timing requirements.
What happens if I'm not EDI compliant with Target?
Non-compliance triggers chargebacks that can range from $200 to $5,000+ per incident depending on the violation. Repeated non-compliance can lead to supplier suspension or loss of the retail account.
Can OrderSync help with Target EDI compliance?
Yes. OrderSync supports all EDI transaction types required by Target and includes automated validation to catch compliance errors before documents are sent. Our platform processes EDI alongside PDF, CSV, and email orders through a single pipeline.