What is the process for generating an EDI file in EDIFACT D960A format using XML data?

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Obtain the EDIFACT D960A standard: To generate an EDI file in EDIFACT D960A format, you need to have D960A EDIFACT standard specifications.

Convert XML data into EDI format: Use an EDI software which can convert XML data into the EDIFACT D960A format. This conversion process can be done by mapping the XML schema to the EDIFACT schema.

Map XML tags to EDI segments: Once the conversion is done, the EDI software will map the XML tags to EDI segments. This mapping process will help in identifying the data elements present in the file.

Validate the EDI file: After mapping the tags to the segments, the EDI software will validate the file to ensure that it meets the EDIFACT D960A standard. Any errors found will be reported back and will need to be resolved.

Transmit the EDI file: Once the validation process is completed, the EDI file is ready to be transmitted to the intended recipient. The file can be sent directly or through a data interchange service provider (DISP) using the agreed communication protocol.

Receive and process the EDI file: The recipient will receive the EDI file and process it according to their business requirements. This may involve performing additional validation checks or converting the EDI file into the recipient's internal format.