AMS/Cargo Query
ACE/ACS Cargo Manifest Query — research upstream bill/manifest data to troubleshoot in‑bond issues
Purpose
AMS/Cargo Query (ABI.CQ) allows you to query ACE/ACS cargo manifest records by carrier SCAC + transaction number or by house air waybill. Use it to verify master/house bill data, carrier identifiers, ports, and related entry linkages when investigating rejects or status questions on in‑bonds.
Tip: Run this query when the ABI response indicates a bill/manifest mismatch (e.g., invalid voyage/flight, wrong bill number, or missing linkages).
1) Screen
images/ams_cargo_query.png. (No annotations required.)2) Fields
| Field | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Query Type | Choose one of the codes below (F, E, B, A, H, I) to determine how the system will search ACE/AMS. | See Query Type Codes for exact meanings and requirements. |
| 1. SCAC Code | 4‑letter carrier code of the manifest issuer. | Required when querying by Master Bill / Transaction No. |
| 2. Transaction No. | Master Bill / MBL / MAWB number (depending on mode). | Use the exact number transmitted to ACE/AMS. |
| 3. Hawb Number | House air waybill (HAWB) / House bill number. | Use when querying the house level rather than the master. |
| 4. Current/Change? | Request current record or a change history view. | Choose Current for latest status; Change to include updates (if supported by the port/mode). |
| 5. Related BOL Ind. | Include related bills (e.g., show house under master, related consolidations). | Set to Yes to expand results when investigating linkages. |
| 6. Request BL & Entry | Also return any linked Entry/Release information along with bill data. | Helpful to see if an Entry TCN/number is linked to the bill. |
| 7. Response Limit | Maximum number of records to return. | Use to avoid very large replies; increase only when needed. |
| 8. Department Code | Restrict the query context to a specific department. | Defaults from user profile; change only if authorized. |
3) Query Type Codes
| Code | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| F | File Number | Use the ATS File Number to locate related messages/records. |
| E | Entry Number | Query by 3461/7501 Entry Number. |
| B | Ocean/Rail/Truck Master OR House B/L# | Include SCAC. Use the carrier SCAC with the master/house bill number. |
| A | AirWay Master Bill (MAWB) | Airline SCAC may be required depending on port/mode. |
| H | AirWay House Bill | MAWB# is also required. |
| I | In‑bond Number | Provide the exact IBCN as accepted by CBP. |
3) Steps to Query
- Open In‑Bond Menu → AMS/Cargo Query.
- Choose a Query Type matching the identifier you have (Master vs House).
- Enter the SCAC Code and Transaction No. (for master), or the HAWB Number (for house).
- Optionally enable Related BOL Ind. and Request BL & Entry to broaden the result set.
- Set a reasonable Response Limit, then transmit the query.
- Review the returned details. Use ABI Cargo/Entry Response if a detailed message view is provided.
4) Examples
- Air — Verify House under Master: Query Type = House; SCAC = Airline code; HAWB = 12‑digit house; enable Related BOL to see master link.
- Ocean — Check Master Bill status: Query Type = Bill; SCAC = Carrier SCAC; Transaction No. = MBL; request BL & Entry to see whether an entry is tied.
5) Notes & Tips
- Match identifiers exactly (spacing, dashes) to avoid empty results.
- If ACE responses indicate invalid voyage/flight/port, cross‑check the bill record and your in‑bond update fields.
- Use this query to confirm the correct MB Issuer (SCAC) before sending an In‑Bond Update.