RECADV (receiving advice)
Quick answer
The EDIFACT message by which the recipient confirms the quantities actually received from a delivery.
Key takeaways
- What RECADV is
- Why it matters
- Link to invoicing
What RECADV is
RECADV (Receiving Advice) is the message by which the recipient (retailer, warehouse) confirms to the supplier what was actually received from a delivery, compared with what was announced in the ASN (DESADV). It flags differences: shortages, overages, damage.
Why it matters
RECADV closes the logistics loop: the supplier learns immediately whether the delivery was received in full or with differences. It is the basis for correct invoicing and fast discrepancy resolution, avoiding disputes.
Link to invoicing
Many modernised flows invoice based on quantities confirmed in RECADV, not ordered ones - eliminating invoices rejected for quantity differences.
How CRMconnect helps
CRMconnect receives RECADV and automatically matches it with the DESADV and invoice: if differences arise, it generates notifications and adjusts invoicing (including reversal where needed) - automatic supplier-customer reconciliation.
Real-world example
A supplier had delivered 500 cartons, but the retailer received 495 (5 damaged). The RECADV flagged the difference, and CRMconnect automatically adjusted the invoice to 495 - zero rejected invoices, zero dispute.
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Frequently asked
Difference between DESADV and RECADV?+
DESADV (ASN) is what the supplier announces it shipped. RECADV is what the recipient confirms it actually received. Comparing the two reveals delivery differences.
Why invoice based on RECADV?+
Invoicing on quantities confirmed at receipt (not ordered) eliminates invoices rejected for differences, speeding payment and reducing disputes with retailers.
Is RECADV mandatory?+
It depends on the partner. Some retailers send it automatically; others don't. When available, it enables automatic reconciliation and correct invoicing, significantly reducing disputes.
Where CRMconnect fits
Related terms
ASN / DESADV (Advance Shipping Notice)
EDI shipping notice sent before goods physically arrive at the retailer - describes pallet, batch, quantity.
TechnologyEDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
Structured exchange of commercial documents between B2B partners, without emails or manual data entry.
B2B commerceINVOIC
The EDIFACT commercial invoice message - exchanged directly between supplier and customer (different from the fiscal e-Invoice).
OperationsGoods receipt
The process of checking and recording goods entering the warehouse, matched against the purchase order and delivery note.