Product: TrueCommerce Home (for Vendor)
Article link: https://kb.home.truecommerce.com/en/articles/17595318-truecommerce-home-for-vendor-how-do-i-add-a-scac-code
If you have arrived at the question, How do I add a SCAC code? Before you can add a Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC), it is important to understand what it is. The sections, below, focus on SCAC definitions as well as how you can apply it to an Advance Shipping Notice (ASN) in the TrueCommerce Home portal for Vendor.
What is SCAC?
SCAC is a unique two-to-four-letter identifier assigned by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA). This code is used to identify transportation companies and registered freight carriers. Common examples of SCAC codes include UPSN for United Parcel Service (UPS) and MAEU for Maersk.
SCAC codes are essential for Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), U.S. Customs compliance, and the identification of carriers on Bills of Lading (BL) and shipping documents. Without a valid SCAC code, carriers might face significant delays at border crossings or ports.
How to Add a New SCAC
If you notice that your preferred SCAC code or carrier is missing from the TrueCommerce Home portal, you can request a new SCAC.
In the portal for Vendor, select Administration > SCAC Configuration.
NOTE: This menu option is accessible to all user types.
In the SCAC CONFIGURATION window, click the Request New SCAC button.
In the Request New SCAC window, fill out the SCAC Code and Carrier Name in the required fields.
Click the Send Request button to submit your new SCAC request.
How to Assign SCACs
If you cannot see a particular SCAC value while building a shipment, the likely reason is that such SCAC has not been assigned and made available for selection. To assign SCACs for future ASNs, follow these steps:
In the portal for Vendor, select Administration > SCAC Configuration.
The SCAC CONFIGURATION window displays all available SCACs and those assigned to your account.
On the SCAC CONFIGURATION window, click the Assign link to move the SCAC code from the Available pane to the Assigned pane.
NOTE: If you need to remove a SCAC from the Assigned area, click the Remove link.
After making your selections, click the Saved Assigned SCACs button to confirm your assignments.
How to Select a Carrier for Your ASN
During the “Build Shipment” process, you can add the preferred SCAC code to the ASN, which confirms the carrier that will ship your products.
Perform the following steps:
In the portal for Vendor, select the Document Management menu.
From the Document Management menu, click the DocNum link of the live Purchase Order (PO) from which you want to create an ASN.
On the PURCHASE ORDER screen, click the Build Shipment button.
In the SHIP NOTICE window, complete the ASN information.
NOTE: The required fields are marked with a red asterisk.
Select the CARRIER NAME from the drop-down.
If your preferred Carrier is not available, click the Configure button to access the SCAC CONFIGURATION window, where you can assign the available SCACs or request a new Carrier.
After completing the ASN form, click the Add PO(s) button to continue with the process.
Select one of the following options:
Save for Later: Save the ASN and send it later.
Send Now: Send the ASN immediately.
Need Further Assistance?
If you have any questions or require additional support regarding document management or any other aspect of the portal, reach out to TrueCommerce Home Support.
rev: 10/14/2026