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Type = What's New,; Topic = Multienterprise Information Network Tower (MINT),;Persona = Solution Designer, TraceLink Administrator, User, Orchestration Architect, Solution Partner, Technology Partner,; Orchestration = Manufacturing, Logistics, Commerce, Transportation, Clinical Supply,; Function = Quality,

Explore upcoming changes in the Multienterprise Process Link, version 2025.2.0 release. To learn more about the Multienterprise Information Network Tower, solution version 14.0.0 that provides the user interface for this app, see Preview the user interface changes.

Release information

This document describes the TraceLink capabilities included in the Multienterprise Process Link, version 2025.2.0 app release, which is available on Validation on 12 Jun 2025 and Production on 26 Jun 2025.

The following apps are impacted by this release and will be updated to the version listed:

  • Multienterprise Process Link, version 2025.2.0

    Solutions supported by this app version:

    • Multienterprise Information Network Tower, solution version 14.0.0

The features below are in order of functional relevance (i.e. the typical order in which a user executes a function or task).

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Use this preview for planning and impact analysis. All information in this preview is subject to change before the final release date. The final documentation is available in conjunction with the Validation release date. The final documentation might include resolved and known issues, if applicable.

Revisions

Date Revision Description
05 Jun 2025 01 Initial version.

API features

Multienterprise Process Link, version 2025.2.0

The following new or updated API functionality will be included in this release.

Send and Receive Article Masters in IDoc Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange article masters with their Partners via TraceLink in IDoc format. The article master allows the MAH to align with 3PLs by sharing product details needed for inventory management and handling requirements. Exchanging article masters asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link maintains consistency, enabling traceability, and supporting operational efficiency across manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and retail processes.

Additionally, sending and receiving article masters asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot article masters status messages; leverage a record of their article master details for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given article master using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving article masters in this release:

  • IDoc (inbound and outbound):

    • B2B_IDoc_MATMAS_MATMAS05_ArticleMaster_IB_V1

    • B2B_IDoc_MATMAS_MATMAS05_ArticleMaster_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Order Status Reports in IDoc and X12 Formats

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange order status reports with their Partners via TraceLink in IDoc and X12 formats. A order status report provides a structured way for suppliers or CMOs to share real-time updates on the status of open purchase orders with their customers or MAHs. Exchanging order status reports asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link allows downstream partners to stay informed throughout the order lifecycle by receiving regular updates that help manage expectations, reduce uncertainty, and improve planning and collaboration.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot order status report messages; leverage a record of their order status report for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given order status report using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving order status reports in this release:

  • IDoc (inbound):
    • SAP_IDoc_ORDRSP_ORDERS05_OrderStatusReport_IB_V1
  • X12 (outbound):
    • B2B_EDI_X12_870_OrderStatusReport_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Price Authorization Acknowledgments in X12 Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange price authorization acknowledgments with their Partners via TraceLink in X12 format. The price authorization acknowledgment ensures both the buyer and seller are aligned on product pricing, contract terms, and eligibility before transactions occur. Exchanging price authorization acknowledgments asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link ensures both parties agree on the effective pricing before orders, chargebacks, or rebates are processed, enhancing decision-making speed, data accuracy, and reliability by minimizing manual entry errors.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot price authorization acknowledgment messages; leverage a record of their price authorization acknowledgment for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given price authorization acknowledgment using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving price authorization acknowledgments in this release:

  • X12 (inbound and outbound):

    • B2B_EDI_X12_845_PriceAuthorizationAcknowledgment_IB_V1

    • B2B_EDI_X12_845_PriceAuthorizationAcknowledgment_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Planned Orders in IDoc Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange planned orders with their Partners via TraceLink in IDoc format. Planned orders allow MAHs to send a planned order to CMOs, who creates a process order in their ERP system to plan production. These planned orders are generated during Material Requirements Planning (MRP) runs in the MAH's ERP system. Exchanging planned orders asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link indicates when and how much of a material should be ordered to meet expected demand and can be created either manually by planners or automatically during MRP runs.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot planned order messages; leverage a record of their planned order details for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given planned order using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving planned orders in this release:

  • IDoc (inbound and outbound):

    • SAP_IDoc_LOIPLO-LOIPLO02_PlannedOrder_IB_V1

    • SAP_IDoc_LOIPLO-LOIPLO02_PlannedOrder_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Process Orders in IDoc Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange process orders with their Partners via TraceLink in IDoc format. Process order allows MAH sends a Planned Order to a CMO, who creates a process order in their ERP system to plan production to plan and manage manufacturing activities. After the purchase order is received the CMO sends a Process Order Release transaction to the MAH, providing visibility into production and enabling downstream coordination. Exchanging process orders asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link manages production processes that involve changing materials and supports accurate control of continuous or semi-continuous manufacturing.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot process orders messages; leverage a record of their process order details for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given process order using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving process orders in this release:

  • IDoc (inbound and outbound):

    • SAP_IDoc_LOIPRO_LOIPRO04_ProcessOrder_IB_V1

    • SAP_IDoc_LOIPRO_LOIPRO04_ProcessOrder_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Product Transfer Account Adjustment Requests in X12 Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange product transfer account adjustment requests with their Partners via TraceLink in X12 format. The product transfer account adjustment request allows the buyer to communicate with the supplier ensure the accuracy of financial records and reconcile discrepancies between invoices, payments, and outstanding balances. Product Transfer Account Adjustment transactions are used to correct errors or make adjustments to previously recorded financial transactions. In both cases, adjustments are made to the accounts receivable ledger to reflect the corrected balances. Exchanging product transfer account adjustment requests asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link involves adjustments made to accounts related to product transfers, which may include chargebacks, returns, credits, or any other financial transactions associated with the movement of products between trading partners.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot product transfer account adjustment request messages; leverage a record of their product transfer account adjustment request for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given product transfer account adjustment request using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving product transfer account adjustment requests in this release:

  • X12 (inbound and outbound):

    • B2B_EDI_X12_844_ProductTransferAccountAdjustmentRequest_IB_V1

    • B2B_EDI_X12_844_ProductTransferAccountAdjustmentRequest_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Product Transfer Account Adjustment Responses in X12 Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange product transfer account adjustment responses with their Partners via TraceLink in X12 format.The product transfer account adjustment responses allows the suppliers or the MAHs to communicate the outcome of the product transfer account adjustment request with the buyer or the distributor. It informs any approved adjustments, partial denials, or explanations; and the final credit amounts to be applied to the account. Exchanging product transfer account adjustment responses asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link create a closed-loop communication for automated rebate and chargeback processing in B2B commerce.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot product transfer account adjustment responses messages; leverage a record of their product transfer account adjustment responses for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given product transfer account adjustment responses using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving product transfer account adjustment responses in this release:

  • X12 (inbound and outbound):

    • B2B_EDI_X12_849_ProductTransferAccountAdjustmentResponse_IB_V1

    • B2B_EDI_X12_849_ProductTransferAccountAdjustmentResponse_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Send and Receive Product Transfer Resale Reports in X12 Format

Companies that own or link to Multienterprise Process Link can exchange product transfer resale reports with their Partners via TraceLink in X12 format. The product transfer resale report allows wholesaler or distributor to communicate with manufacturer insights into product movements such as sales, location changes, and returns, helping the vendor assess product performance across various locations and end consumers. Exchanging product transfer resale reports asynchronously via Multienterprise Process Link provides information about transferred products, product sales to end customers, demand lost orders, and sales and returns linked to rebates.

Additionally, Multienterprise Process Link enables companies and their Partners to search for, view, and troubleshoot product transfer resale report messages; leverage a record of their product transfer resale report for business records or compliance purposes; and retrieve the input, output, and canonical files for a given product transfer resale report using the Search Business Transactions screen in the Multienterprise Information Network Tower Web UI.

The following new messages are available for sending or receiving product transfer resale reports in this release:

  • X12 (inbound and outbound):

    • B2B_EDI_X12_867_ProductTransferResaleReport_IB_V1

    • B2B_EDI_X12_867_ProductTransferResaleReport_OB_V1

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Standard Reports in External Manufacturing Orchestration

Companies that own Multienterprise Process Link and their Partners can use standard reporting across all External Manufacturing orchestrations. This enhancement supports both existing and future transactions, ensuring each orchestration has baseline visibility and access to scalable, actionable analytics. As manufacturing operations become increasingly complex and data-driven, the need for consistent and reliable access to transaction-level insights becomes more important than ever.

Multienterprise Information Network Tower users do not have the ability to add reports to a Multienterprise Information Network Tower solution. Only the Opus Solution Environment (OSE) user who creates the Multienterprise Information Network Tower solution can select reports from the report catalog and add them to the solution. Once added, the reports appear in the left-hand navigation menu.

By default, Multienterprise Information Network Tower solutions are deployed with a predefined set of reports. If the company is licensed for Multienterprise Information Network Tower, users will see the standard reports in the menu.

If the company is licensed for both Multienterprise Information Network Tower and OSE, authorized OSE users can customize the solution by adding or removing reports from the configuration. Users with appropriate roles can view the reports linked to MINT solution.

In this release, the external manufacturing orchestration includes the following report types:

  • Base Reports - Standard reports per transaction.
  • Joint Reports - Combined reports across the orchestrations and within the orchestration.

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

System features

Multienterprise Process Link, version 2025.2.0

The following new or updated system functionality will be included in this release.These features are changes to the app to support another feature and do not have any impacts on their own.

MPL Exception Handling for Business Transactions and Serialization Transactions

The Multienterprise Process Link has been enhanced to more effectively handle errors related to Business Transactions (BTO) and Serialization Transactions (STO). This improvement ensures that previously silent failures are now captured and reported with clear error codes and messages, enabling faster issue identification and resolution.

The update includes changes to how errors are flagged internally, using improved functions to ensure that failures are handled accurately and transparently. The following is a summary of the key updates:

  • Update Required: The error handling implementation is being improved by replacing outdated methods with updated functions to enhance accuracy and consistency in error reporting.
  • Failure Scenarios: Errors may occur under various conditions, such as missing values, validation errors, or due to misconfigurations.
  • Error Messages: Clear and specific error messages have been defined for each failure scenario to help users quickly understand the issue and take the appropriate steps.
  • Corrective Actions: Users are advised to retry the transaction with correct information. If problems persist, they should contact support for further assistance.

Impact analysis

  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

Stabilization and Usability Enhancements

To support new requirements, previously released transaction canonicals were enhanced to include additional attributes and enumeration values as needed. Updates were also made to the underlying canonical schema data models, along with other improvements.

This feature also includes other minor updates to improve the Multienterprise Information Network Tower solution's stability and its ability to communicate with other TraceLink apps and solutions.

Impact analysis

  • Interface options:
    • API
  • Business segment impacts:
    • All business segments for both Owners and Partners

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