Typically, you schedule the system's calls to your value added network (VAN). You can also initiate a network call at any time, if necessary.
Before you can make network calls, create a network configuration profile.
To make an EDI network call now:
From the System > System Programming > EDI > EDI Maintenance menu, select EDI Network Call Scheduling to display the EDI Network Call Scheduling screen.
Note: If prompted, log on to the character-based system.
In the Network field, press F10 and select your VAN.
The Last Call field displays the day and time of the last network connection attempt.
Use one of the following hot keys:
Call Now Foreground - Makes an immediate attempt to connect to the network. You can view the progression of the call. Running a call in the foreground ties up your terminal for the duration of the call. Press Enter when the following message displays: *** CALL COMPLETE ***. The system returns you to the EDI menu.
Call Now Background - Makes an immediate attempt to connect to the network, while leaving your terminal free to perform other tasks. Running a call in the background places an entry in the Phantom Status screen for the duration of the call. The system returns you to the EDI menu.
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