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[[File:Acishipment7.png|400px|thumb|right|Viewing the '''Start New ACI Shipment''' page]]
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The '''Start New ACI Shipment Page''' is where users create individual shipments that are reported to the [[Canada Border Services Agency - General Information|CBSA]] as part of an ACI eManifest.
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<h1>Start New ACI Shipment Page</h1>
<p>Create individual cargo entries (PARS, In-Bond, CSA) to attach to an ACI eManifest.</p>
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<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-box-open"></i> Type: Shipment Entry</span>
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-flag-canada"></i> System: ACI eManifest</span>
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Each shipment represents a cargo control document (such as a PARS shipment or in bond movement) that will be electronically transmitted to CBSA and attached to an ACI eManifest trip.
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This page is most commonly accessed from:
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* The '''[[ACI_eManifest_Details_Page_(ACI_eManifest)|ACI eManifest Details Page]]''' by clicking '''Create New Shipment'''
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* The '''[[Start_New_ACI_eManifest_Page_(ACI_eManifest)|Start New ACI eManifest Page]]''' by selecting '''Continue to Start New ACI Shipment Form'''
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It can also be accessed directly from the '''ACI eManifests''' menu. When started this way, the shipment will be created as an '''Unassociated Shipment''' and can later be attached to a manifest.
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Start New ACI Shipment Page</strong> is where users create individual shipments that are reported to the [[Canada Border Services Agency - General Information|CBSA]] as part of an ACI eManifest. Each shipment represents a cargo control document (such as a PARS or In-Bond) that will be electronically transmitted to CBSA.</p></br>


{{note|Required fields are clearly marked on the page legend. All required data must be completed before the shipment can be saved or transmitted.|info}}
[[File:Acishipment7.png|800px|thumb|center|Viewing the Start New ACI Shipment page]]


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<strong>How to Access:</strong><br>
* <strong>From a Manifest:</strong> Click <strong>Create New Shipment</strong> on the [[ACI_eManifest_Details_Page_(ACI_eManifest)|ACI eManifest Details Page]].
* <strong>From Menu:</strong> Navigate to <strong>ACI eManifests</strong> → <strong>Start New ACI Shipment</strong>. (This creates an unassociated shipment).
* <strong>During Creation:</strong> Select <strong>Continue to Start New ACI Shipment Form</strong> when starting a new manifest.
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== Basic workflow ==
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Create manifest (optional)
        ↓
Create shipment
        ↓
Attach to manifest (if not already attached)
        ↓
Sync / transmit to CBSA
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== Main action buttons ==
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! Button !! Purpose
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| Save || Creates the shipment and opens the ACI Shipment Details Page
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| Cancel || Discards changes and returns to the previous page
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| Clear || Clears all entered fields
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== Core shipment fields ==
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The table below explains the most commonly used fields when creating an ACI shipment.
<p>The standard process for reporting a shipment involves:</p>
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1. Create Manifest (optional step).
2. <strong>Create Shipment</strong> (Enter CCN, Type, Shipper/Consignee).
3. Attach to Manifest (if not already linked).
4. Sync/Transmit to CBSA.
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<h3>Main Action Buttons</h3>
! Field !! What it is used for !! Key notes
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| Attached to Trip Number || Links the shipment to an ACI eManifest || Auto filled when started from a manifest. Can be left blank to create an unassociated shipment
<th style="width: 30%;">Button</th>
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<th>Purpose</th>
| Loaded On || Indicates where the cargo is physically loaded || Appears when started from a manifest and defaults to truck, trailer, or container
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| Shipment Type || Customs clearance type || Defaults to PARS but can be changed (In Bond, CSA, etc.)
<td><strong>Save</strong></td>
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<td>Creates the shipment and opens the <strong>ACI Shipment Details Page</strong> for further editing (e.g., adding commodities).</td>
| Cargo Control Number || Unique shipment identifier for CBSA || Begins with carrier code and must not match the Trip Number
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| First Canadian Port of Entry || Border crossing location || Defaults from manifest when applicable
<td><strong>Cancel</strong></td>
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<td>Discards changes and returns to the previous page.</td>
| Release Office || CBSA office responsible for release || Usually same as port of entry except for in bond shipments
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| Sub Location || Bonded warehouse or sub location || Required for in bond shipments
<td><strong>Clear</strong></td>
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<td>Clears all entered fields to start fresh.</td>
| Estimated Arrival Date || Expected border arrival date || Cannot be more than 30 days in advance
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| Estimated Arrival Time || Expected arrival time || Defaults based on manifest or system time
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| City of Loading || Where goods shipped from || Should match shipper address city
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| City of Acceptance || Where carrier took possession || Only used when different from shipper location
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== Special shipment fields ==
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Some fields only appear depending on the shipment type selected.


;Importer CSA Business Number
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: Appears when '''Shipment Type = CSA'''. Used to enter the importer’s CSA business number in format 999999999RM9999. Previously entered numbers can be searched and reused.
<p>Required fields are clearly marked on the page legend. These are the most commonly used fields for standard PARS or In-Bond shipments.</p>


== Uncommon data elements ==
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[[Image:Aci-uncommon-data-elements.png|400px|thumb|right|Hidden uncommon data elements section]]
<th style="width: 25%;">Field</th>
<th>What it is used for</th>
<th>Key Notes</th>
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<td><strong>Attached to Trip Number</strong></td>
<td>Links the shipment to a manifest.</td>
<td>Auto-filled when started from a manifest. Leave blank for unassociated shipments.</td>
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<td><strong>Loaded On</strong></td>
<td>Indicates where cargo is physically loaded.</td>
<td>Defaults to truck, trailer, or container. Only appears if started from a manifest.</td>
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<td><strong>Shipment Type</strong></td>
<td>Customs clearance type.</td>
<td>Defaults to <strong>PARS</strong>. Change this for <strong>In-Bond</strong>, <strong>CSA</strong>, etc.</td>
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<td><strong>Cargo Control Number (CCN)</strong></td>
<td>Unique identifier for CBSA.</td>
<td>Must begin with your Carrier Code. <strong>Cannot match the Trip Number.</strong></td>
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<td><strong>First Canadian Port of Entry</strong></td>
<td>Border crossing location.</td>
<td>Defaults from the manifest if applicable.</td>
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<td><strong>Release Office</strong></td>
<td>CBSA office handling the release.</td>
<td>Usually matches the Port of Entry, except for In-Bond shipments (which use the inland office).</td>
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<td><strong>Sub Location</strong></td>
<td>Bonded warehouse code.</td>
<td>Required <strong>only</strong> for In-Bond shipments or RNS notifications.</td>
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<td><strong>Estimated Arrival Date</strong></td>
<td>Expected border arrival.</td>
<td>Cannot be more than 30 days in the future.</td>
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<td><strong>City of Loading</strong></td>
<td>Where goods were shipped from.</td>
<td>Should match the Shipper's address city.</td>
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<td><strong>City of Acceptance</strong></td>
<td>Where carrier took possession.</td>
<td>Only required if different from the City of Loading.</td>
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The '''Uncommon Data Elements''' section contains optional fields that are not used on most ACI shipments. These fields are hidden by default.
<h3>Special Fields</h3>
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* <strong>Importer CSA Business Number:</strong> Appears only when <strong>Shipment Type = CSA</strong>. Used to enter the importer’s CSA number (Format: <code>999999999RM9999</code>).
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To display them:
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* Click '''Show All Fields''' at the top right of the page


Once expanded, the following additional options become available.
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[[File:Uncommon-data-elements-selection.png|800px|thumb|center|Selecting Uncommon Data Elements]]
<p>The <strong>Uncommon Data Elements</strong> section contains optional fields that are not used on standard shipments (e.g., Consolidated Freight). These fields are hidden by default.</p>


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<p>To display them, click <strong>Show All Fields</strong> at the top right of the page.</p>
! Field !! When to use it !! Description
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| Consolidated Freight || Freight forwarder or consolidator moves || Indicates multiple house bills will follow under one control document
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| In Transit Indicator || Cargo passing through Canada to another country || Used for international in transit movements by air or sea
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| Unique Consignment Reference Number || Rarely used || Optional shipment reference number
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| Special Instructions || Exceptional situations || Used for notes such as overages or shortages
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=== Consolidated Freight ===
[[Image:Aci-uncommon-data-elements.png|800px|thumb|center|Hidden uncommon data elements section]]
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Use only when freight forwarder house bills will be transmitted after the in bond movement.
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<th style="width: 30%;">Field</th>
<th>Description & Usage</th>
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<td><strong>Consolidated Freight</strong></td>
<td>Indicates multiple house bills will follow under one control document. Used for freight forwarder or consolidator moves.</td>
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<td><strong>In Transit Indicator</strong></td>
<td>Used for cargo moving through Canada to a foreign destination by air or sea (international in-transit).</td>
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<td><strong>Unique Consignment Ref</strong></td>
<td>Optional secondary reference number. Rarely used.</td>
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<td><strong>Special Instructions</strong></td>
<td>Used only when exceptional handling notes (e.g., overages/shortages) are required by CBSA.</td>
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=== In Transit Indicator ===
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Use when cargo is moving through Canada to a foreign destination by air or sea using an in transit manifest.


=== Unique Consignment Reference Number ===
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[[File:Unique-consignment-reference-uncommon.png]]
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Normally left blank unless specifically required.
* <strong>Unique Numbers:</strong> Cargo Control Numbers (CCN) must always be unique and cannot match the Trip Number.
* <strong>Sub Location:</strong> Only use this field for In-Bond shipments or if you are a bonded carrier requiring specific warehouse notifications.
* <strong>Completion:</strong> After clicking <strong>Save</strong>, you must add Commodities and Shippers/Consignees on the Details Page before the shipment is valid.
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=== Special Instructions ===
<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>
Use only when CBSA requires special handling notes.
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1. Review or edit on the <strong>ACI Shipment Details Page</strong>.
2. Attach to an ACI eManifest (if unassociated).
3. Sync the manifest to transmit data to CBSA.
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== Common tips ==
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• Cargo Control Numbers must always be unique 
• Trip Numbers and Cargo Control Numbers cannot be the same 
• Use Sub Location only for in bond or bonded carrier workflows 
• Most shipments do not require Uncommon Data Elements 
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== Next steps ==
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After saving the shipment you can:
* Review or edit it on the '''ACI Shipment Details Page'''
* Attach it to an ACI eManifest (if not already attached)
* Sync the manifest to transmit the data to CBSA


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