Commonly used ODETTE (Organization for Data Exchange by Tele-Transmission in Europe) Messages

 1. DELFOR - Delivery Forecast

• Purpose: The buyer sends this message to inform the supplier of forecasted delivery requirements over a specified period. It is used for scheduling deliveries in just-in-time (JIT) environments, providing suppliers with production planning details.

• Common Use: Car manufacturers inform suppliers about the expected demand for parts in the upcoming weeks or months.

2. DELJIT - Just-in-Time Delivery Instruction

• Purpose: Used to provide precise delivery instructions for goods, including exact times, quantities, and destinations. This is crucial in a just-in-time supply chain where goods must arrive at specific times to avoid production delays.

• Common Use: Automotive manufacturers use DELJIT to inform suppliers of the exact time and quantity of parts needed to keep production lines running smoothly.

3. AVIEXP - Despatch Advice (Shipping Instruction)

• Purpose: This is an advanced shipping notice that informs the receiver about the goods that have been dispatched. It includes details about packaging, shipment contents, and delivery times.

• Common Use: A supplier sends an AVIEXP message to notify the car manufacturer of the items dispatched, their quantities, and expected delivery times.

4. RECADV - Receiving Advice

• Purpose: The buyer sends this message to confirm the receipt of goods from the supplier. It acknowledges the quantity received and notes any discrepancies between the order and the received shipment.

• Common Use: After receiving parts, the car manufacturer sends a RECADV to confirm receipt and notify the supplier of any discrepancies or damage.

5. INVOIC - Invoice

• Purpose: Used by suppliers to bill customers for goods delivered. It contains information about quantities, prices, taxes, and payment terms.

• Common Use: A supplier sends an INVOIC message to the manufacturer after delivering goods, requesting payment based on the quantities delivered.

6. REMADV - Remittance Advice

• Purpose: The buyer sends this message to notify the supplier of payment for an invoice. It includes information about the payment amount, the invoices being paid, and any deductions.

• Common Use: A car manufacturer sends a REMADV to the supplier after making a payment, specifying which invoices were covered by the payment.

7. SYNCRO - Synchronization Message

• Purpose: This message is used to ensure that all systems and processes between trading partners are synchronized regarding stock levels, production schedules, or delivery plans.

• Common Use: Automotive suppliers and manufacturers exchange SYNCRO messages to ensure alignment of their respective production and delivery schedules.

8. CONTRL - Message Acknowledgment

• Purpose: This is an acknowledgment message sent by the receiver to confirm receipt of an ODETTE message. It also indicates whether the received message was successfully processed or if any errors occurred.

• Common Use: A manufacturer sends a CONTRL message to acknowledge the receipt of a DELFOR or INVOIC message from a supplier.

9. INVCON - Inventory Consumption Report

• Purpose: This message is sent by the buyer to report the consumption of goods from their inventory, which can be used to trigger reorders or confirm delivery needs.

• Common Use: Manufacturers send INVCON messages to suppliers to notify them about the current inventory levels and the consumption of parts or materials.

10. GENRAL - General Purpose Message

• Purpose: A flexible message type that can be used for various types of business communication that don’t fit into other predefined categories.

• Common Use: Manufacturers and suppliers use GENRAL messages for sending non-standard information or queries that are not covered by other specific message types.