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File Upload Window At Large

  • Upload a file to the VAN.
  • Route EDI files like X12, EDIFACT or flat files with an ICC Header.
  • Specify a sender and receiver mailbox for routing generic data like a PDF or image.

Access the Upload tool via the OpenText button

Overview of the File Upload window

1. Browse for a file to upload (mandatory field)

  • The maximum allowed file size is 10MB.
  • The minimum file size is 1 byte.
  • Once a file is selected some browsers mask the path with "c:\fakepath\" to prevent exposing of system structure when you upload a file.

2. Use routing overrides

  • Do not check this box if uploading an EDI file like X12, EDIFACT or a flatfile with an ICC Header. This is covered in more detail in a following lesson.
  • Check this box if uploading generic data such as a PDF, image or Microsoft Office document. This is covered in more detail in a following lesson.
  • Checking this box enables the Mailbox ID and Partner fields and makes both mandatory.
  • Even if the selected file is an EDI file, values provided in Mailbox ID and Partner fields will be used to route the file.
  • Mailbox ID - This user mailbox is the sender or message originator.
  • Partner - The trading partner to Mailbox ID whom will be receiving the file.
  • Must choose a Mailbox ID value first before choosing a Partner value.

3. Clear and Submit buttons

  • Selecting [ Clear ] will empty all the fields on the form.
  • Selecting [ Submit ] will validate the form and upload the selected file. If any required fields are missing a red icon will appear next to the field until corrected.