Task overview

The steps for creating a new map in ECMap can vary from map to map, depending on the EDI standard you use, the type and direction of the transaction, and the complexity of your application. The following section covers the general procedures required to create and run a map.

StepsTo create, compile, and run a new map

  1. Create a project

  2. Create a map

  3. Set up a Company ID

  4. Set up your Trading Partner

  5. Add a Trade Agreement to your Trading Partner

  6. Define application data by creating and associating:

  7. Create a Transaction

  8. Build the map

    1. Define levels and flow

    2. Map records and segments

    3. Build map logic

    4. Define flow

  9. Generate the map

  10. Run the map