ACI eManifest Details Page (ACI eManifest)
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🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide |

The ACI eManifest Details Page is the central workspace for managing a manifest in BorderConnect’s ACI eManifest software.
From this page, users can:
- Review all trip and shipment information
- Monitor CBSA responses and current status
- Make edits and corrections
- Assign trucks, trailers, drivers, and shipments
- Transmit updates to CBSA
- Track manifest history and compliance timing
This page should be your primary reference for every manifest.
How to Access the Details Page
You will reach this page by:
- Saving a new ACI eManifest
- Clicking View from the ACI eManifest Search Page
- Using the Back to ACI eManifest links throughout the system
- Returning from any attached shipment details
Main Action Buttons

These controls manage transmission, documentation, and tracking.
| Button | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Edit | Modify trip number, port, sublocation, or ETA |
| Export | Download eManifest data in JSON format (with or without history) |
| Generate Driver’s Copy PDF (Standard or Detailed) | |
| Fax | Fax Driver’s Copy directly from BorderConnect |
| Email Driver’s Copy as a PDF attachment | |
| Track | Receive email alerts for CBSA responses and flag manifest activity |
Manifest Status & History Window
This section is critical for compliance and troubleshooting.
Details Panel
Displays:
- Trip Number
- Port of Entry
- ETA
- Sublocation/Warehouse
- Current Manifest Status
- Creation and edit history
History Panel
Records all activity including:
- Submissions to CBSA
- Acceptances and rejects
- Arrivals at the border
- Shipment events
- Manifest edits
This is where you verify:
- One-hour prior notice compliance
- CBSA reject reasons
- Border arrival timing
- All corrections made
Use Filter View to isolate manifest or shipment messages if needed.
Truck Assignment Section
Truck information is mandatory for ACI eManifests.
| Action | Function |
|---|---|
| Quick Assign Truck | Fastest way to attach an existing truck |
| Add Truck | Manual selection with extra options |
| Change | Replace the currently assigned truck |
| Remove | Detach truck and its seals |
| Set Cargo Exemption | LVS, Flying Truck, IIT, Mail |
| Add Seal | Record seal numbers on the truck |
Validation warnings will appear if truck data is incomplete.
Trailer Assignment Section
Trailers must be listed when used on the trip.
Features include:
- Quick Assign for fast entry
- Multiple trailer support (double-drop)
- Seal management
- Cargo exemption setting
Trailers can be viewed, changed, or removed at any time.
Driver & Passenger Section
Driver and passenger listing is optional and for internal reference only.
This data is not transmitted to CBSA.
Available actions:
- Quick Assign Driver
- Assign Passenger
- View profiles
- Change or remove individuals
Shipment Management Section
All shipments aboard must be attached to the manifest.
| Action | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Create New Shipment | Create and attach a new shipment |
| Quick Assign Shipment | Attach an existing unassociated shipment |
| View | Edit shipment details |
| Detach | Remove shipment from manifest |
| Send Status Query | Refresh CBSA shipment responses |
| Set Shipment Status | Manual correction (rarely used) |
Hidden Advanced Sections
Use Show All to reveal:
- Containers
- Documents
- Comments
- Verifications
- EDI History
- Changelog History
These can also be enabled permanently in Account Preferences.
Container Management Section
Containers are required when used on the shipment.
You may:
- Add multiple containers
- Assign seals
- Set cargo exemptions
- Edit or remove containers
Manifest Comments Section
Comments are internal notes for:
- Exception handling
- Delay explanations
- Compliance tracking
- Team communication
They are not sent to CBSA but are strongly recommended for audits.
| Action | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Add Comment | Record notes |
| Edit | Modify existing comment |
| Delete | Remove comment |