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[[File:Start_new_ace_manifest.png|400px|thumb|right|Viewing the '''Start New ACE eManifest''' page]]{{#ev:youtube|j1vfdJqYu9w|360|right|How to add trip info on an ACE eManifest in BorderConnect.}}The '''Start New ACE eManifest Page''' is a page in BorderConnect [https://www.borderconnect.com/aci-e-manifest/index.htm ACE Manifest software] where the user begins a new manifest. It allows the user to enter the main information for the manifest and save it once finished. The Start New ACE eManifest Page can be accessed under the ACE eManifests menu by selecting 'Start New ACE eManifest', as well as from the [[ACE_Manifest_Search_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Search Page]] by clicking on the Start New ACE eManifest button. Please note that the legend at the bottom of the page will indicate which fields are required.
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;Save Button
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:Used to save the data that has been entered on the page. Can only be used when all of the required fields have been completed. Clicking on this button will create the new manifest with the data that has been entered, and bring the user to the [[ACE Manifest Details Page (ACE Manifest)|ACE eManifest Details Page]].
<h1>Start New ACE eManifest Page</h1>
;Cancel Button
<p>Create a new U.S. ACE truck manifest by entering core trip and conveyance details.</p>
:Cancels the attempt to start a new ACE eManifest. Clicking on this button will disregard any data entered on the page and bring the user to the [[ACE_Manifest_Search_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Search Page]].
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;Trip Number:
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-file-alt"></i> Type: Manifest Creation</span>
:This is a unique number to identify the manifest for CBP. The trip number always begins with a SCAC, which can be selected using the drop down menu. This must be followed by 4 to 21 characters (numbers or letters) which can be entered in the text field. The trip number must be unique. Recommended strategies for making unique trip numbers would be to use an internal load number, the date, or to start at 0001 and count up.
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-flag-usa"></i> System: ACE Manifest</span>
;U.S. Port of Arrival:
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:This is where the driver will be entering the United States. By typing either the city name or the port code, it should come up to be selected. In most cases is also possible to type the name of the city on the Canadian side of the border to bring up the corresponding U.S. Port of Arrival.
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;Estimated Arrival Date:
 
:Used to indicate the date the driver is expected to arrive at the U.S. border. It will default to the current date. To set another date the user can either enter it in the text field using the format mm/dd/yyyy or use the calendar tool by clicking on the calendar icon. The currently entered date can also be cleared by clicking on the eraser icon.
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;Estimated Arrival Time:
 
:Used to indicate the time of day the driver is expected to arrive at the U.S. border. It will default to the current time plus two hours. To set it to a different time the drop down menus can be used to set hours, minutes, and am/pm.
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;Quick Assign Truck:
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:Used to select the truck for the manifest. Can only be used for existing trucks, it is not possible to enter a new one here. By typing either the unit number or the license plate of the truck, it should come up to be selected. Although this field is optional a truck will need to be added to the manifest before it can be transmitted to CBP, so it is recommended to enter it here if it is known which truck will be used.
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;Quick Assign Trailer:
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:Used to select the trailer for the manifest. Can only be used for existing trailers, it is not possible to enter a new one here. By typing either the unit number or license plate of the trailer it should come up to be selected. In the case of multiple trailers it will only be possible to enter one of the 2 trailers in this field. The other will need to be added from the [[ACE Manifest Details Page (ACE Manifest)|ACE Manifest Details Page]]. Although this field is optional a trailer will need to be added to the manifest if one is being used, so it is recommended to enter it here if it is known which trailer will be used.
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;Quick Assign Driver:
 
:Used to select which driver should be listed on the manifest. Can only be used for existing drivers, it is not possible to enter a new one here. By typing either first or last name of the driver they should come up to be selected. In the case of multiple drivers or passengers it will only be possible to enter one in this field, additional drivers or passengers will need to be entered from the [[ACE Manifest Details Page (ACE Manifest)|ACE Manifest Details Page]]. Although this field is optional a driver will need to be added to the manifest if one is being used, so it is recommended to enter it here if it is known which driver will be used.
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
;Save and Start New ACE Shipment
<p>The <strong>Start New ACE eManifest Page</strong> is the first step in creating a U.S. ACE truck manifest in BorderConnect. This page captures the core trip and conveyance information that CBP requires before shipments can be attached and transmitted.</p>
:Saves the information currently entered on the page and brings the user to the [[Start New ACE Shipment Page (ACE Manifest)|Start New ACE Shipment Page]]. Moving the mouse over this link will display the option to be brought to the [[ACE_Manifest_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Details Page]] as well.
 
<p>From here, you will create a unique trip number, define the arrival details, and optionally assign your truck, trailer, and driver.</p>
 
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<strong>How to Access:</strong><br>
* <strong>From Menu:</strong> Navigate to <strong>ACE eManifests</strong> → <strong>Start New ACE eManifest</strong>.
* <strong>From Search:</strong> Click <strong>Start New ACE eManifest</strong> on the [[ACE_Manifest_Search_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Search Page]].
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[[File:Start_new_ace_manifest.png|400px|thumb|center|Start New ACE eManifest entry screen]]
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Workflow & Action Buttons</h2>
 
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<p>The basic manifest creation process follows this flow:</p>
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1. <strong>Start New ACE eManifest</strong>.
2. Enter trip number and arrival details.
3. Assign truck/trailer/driver (optional at this stage).
4. <strong>Save</strong> the manifest.
5. Add shipments and transmit to CBP from the Details Page.
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<h3>Main Action Buttons</h3>
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<th style="width: 30%;">Button</th>
<th>Purpose</th>
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<td><strong>Save</strong></td>
<td>Creates the manifest and immediately opens the [[ACE_Manifest_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Details Page]] to continue working.</td>
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<td><strong>Save and Start New ACE Shipment</strong></td>
<td>Saves the manifest and immediately opens the Shipment Entry screen to begin adding cargo.</td>
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<td><strong>Cancel</strong></td>
<td>Discards changes and returns you to the ACE Manifest Search.</td>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Field-by-Field Guide</h2>
 
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<p>Required fields are marked on the screen. Conveyance data can be added now or later.</p>
 
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<th style="width: 25%;">Field</th>
<th>What to Enter</th>
<th>Tips</th>
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<td><strong>Trip Number</strong></td>
<td>SCAC + 4 to 21 characters (numbers/letters).</td>
<td>Must be unique. A unique Trip Number is key for CBP tracking.</td>
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<td><strong>U.S. Port of Arrival</strong></td>
<td>The U.S. Port Code or City Name where the truck crosses.</td>
<td>Typing a Canadian city (e.g., "Windsor") often auto-matches the corresponding U.S. port (e.g., "Detroit").</td>
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<td><strong>Estimated Arrival Date</strong></td>
<td>The planned date of crossing.</td>
<td>Defaults to today's date.</td>
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<td><strong>Estimated Arrival Time</strong></td>
<td>The planned time of crossing.</td>
<td>Defaults to current time + 2 hours.</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Quick Assign Truck</strong></td>
<td>Select an existing truck profile.</td>
<td>Can be left blank and added later if the truck is unknown.</td>
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<td><strong>Quick Assign Trailer</strong></td>
<td>Select an existing trailer profile.</td>
<td>Only one trailer can be added here. Additional trailers (e.g., pups) are added on the Details Page.</td>
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<td><strong>Quick Assign Driver</strong></td>
<td>Select an existing driver profile.</td>
<td>Additional drivers (e.g., teams) are added on the Details Page.</td>
</tr>
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<strong>Note:</strong> Truck, trailer, and driver fields are optional during creation but <strong>must</strong> be added before transmitting the manifest to CBP.
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Trip Number Best Practices</h2>
 
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<p>A consistent trip number format helps avoid duplicates and simplifies tracking for dispatch and drivers.</p>
 
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<th style="width: 40%;">Format Example</th>
<th>Meaning</th>
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<td><strong>ABCD20260201</strong></td>
<td>SCAC + Date (Year/Month/Day)</td>
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<td><strong>ABCD000245</strong></td>
<td>SCAC + Sequential Load Number</td>
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<td><strong>ABCDINV83921</strong></td>
<td>SCAC + Invoice/Internal Reference</td>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">After Saving</h2>
 
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<p>Once you click <strong>Save</strong>, you are taken to the <strong>[[ACE_Manifest_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Details Page]]</strong>.</p>
<p>From there, you will complete the manifest by:</p>
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* Adding or editing trucks and trailers.
* Adding drivers and passengers.
* Attaching shipments (PARS/PAPS).
* Transmitting the manifest to CBP.
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[[Category:BorderConnect Software User Guide]]
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Latest revision as of 14:37, 6 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide

Start New ACE eManifest Page

Create a new U.S. ACE truck manifest by entering core trip and conveyance details.

Type: Manifest Creation System: ACE Manifest

Overview

The Start New ACE eManifest Page is the first step in creating a U.S. ACE truck manifest in BorderConnect. This page captures the core trip and conveyance information that CBP requires before shipments can be attached and transmitted.

From here, you will create a unique trip number, define the arrival details, and optionally assign your truck, trailer, and driver.

How to Access:

  • From Menu: Navigate to ACE eManifests → Start New ACE eManifest.
  • From Search: Click Start New ACE eManifest on the ACE Manifest Search Page.
Start New ACE eManifest entry screen

Workflow & Action Buttons

The basic manifest creation process follows this flow:

1. Start New ACE eManifest. 2. Enter trip number and arrival details. 3. Assign truck/trailer/driver (optional at this stage). 4. Save the manifest. 5. Add shipments and transmit to CBP from the Details Page.

Main Action Buttons

Button Purpose
Save Creates the manifest and immediately opens the ACE Manifest Details Page to continue working.
Save and Start New ACE Shipment Saves the manifest and immediately opens the Shipment Entry screen to begin adding cargo.
Cancel Discards changes and returns you to the ACE Manifest Search.

Field-by-Field Guide

Required fields are marked on the screen. Conveyance data can be added now or later.

Field What to Enter Tips
Trip Number SCAC + 4 to 21 characters (numbers/letters). Must be unique. A unique Trip Number is key for CBP tracking.
U.S. Port of Arrival The U.S. Port Code or City Name where the truck crosses. Typing a Canadian city (e.g., "Windsor") often auto-matches the corresponding U.S. port (e.g., "Detroit").
Estimated Arrival Date The planned date of crossing. Defaults to today's date.
Estimated Arrival Time The planned time of crossing. Defaults to current time + 2 hours.
Quick Assign Truck Select an existing truck profile. Can be left blank and added later if the truck is unknown.
Quick Assign Trailer Select an existing trailer profile. Only one trailer can be added here. Additional trailers (e.g., pups) are added on the Details Page.
Quick Assign Driver Select an existing driver profile. Additional drivers (e.g., teams) are added on the Details Page.

Note: Truck, trailer, and driver fields are optional during creation but must be added before transmitting the manifest to CBP.

Trip Number Best Practices

A consistent trip number format helps avoid duplicates and simplifies tracking for dispatch and drivers.

Format Example Meaning
ABCD20260201 SCAC + Date (Year/Month/Day)
ABCD000245 SCAC + Sequential Load Number
ABCDINV83921 SCAC + Invoice/Internal Reference

After Saving

Once you click Save, you are taken to the ACE Manifest Details Page.

From there, you will complete the manifest by:

  • Adding or editing trucks and trailers.
  • Adding drivers and passengers.
  • Attaching shipments (PARS/PAPS).
  • Transmitting the manifest to CBP.
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