Configuring the X12 transaction set

A transaction set consists of any number of segments. Each transaction set requires a ST segment at the beginning and a SE segment at the end. This is provided automatically.

Add or modify data elements within specific variants. Either select an existing variant or create a new one.

Use the Definition of the Selected Transaction Set pane to modify existing or define new transaction sets. Modify a transaction set by editing, deleting, or adding new segments to the transaction set definition.

When a new transaction set is added, the X12 Configurator automatically inserts the required segments into the transaction set. The segments added are placed between the first ST and last SE segments.

  1. To create a new transaction set, click New. This opens the Create New Transaction Set dialog box.
  2. For Transaction Set Name, specify a unique number for the transaction set type.
  3. For Transaction Set Description, specify a descriptive name for the transaction set.
  4. For existing transaction sets, designate where to place the segments by clicking the Add/Paste New Segments arrow and making a selection.
    For example, to add a segment or segments after or before a particular segment on the list, click the segment where the insertion is required. Then, select After Selected Segment(s) or Before Selected Segment(s).
  5. In the Definition panel, click Add. This opens the Add Segment to Transaction Set dialog box.
  6. Click List and double-click the segment to add.
  7. Click Apply and then OK.
  8. Specify if the transaction set’s segments are optional or repeating.