Use EDI to communicate preplan information

Usually, you receive the preplan from the line operator and enter it into N4 by importing an electronic data interchange (EDI) file of the preplanned stowage using the XPS client. Exchanging preplanned vessel stowage information includes the following:

• Import MOVINS data (on page 1)

• Import STIF data (on page 1)

• Export STIF data (on page 1)

This option also lets you export container data.

For information on file naming conventions, see Name MOVINS and STIF files (on page 1).

If you encounter any errors during the EDI transfer, see Resolve EDI import errors (on page 1).

For more information on EDI in N4, see Set up EDI for Vessel operations.