CSMS 51674047·System update·April 21, 2022·View on csms.cbp.gov ↗

ACE Truck Manifest Modernization“ Next Deployment Set for April 24

Plain-English explanation

CSMS 51674047 is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cargo Systems Messaging Service bulletin (system update), published on April 21, 2022. It carries the official CBP guidance brokers and importers must follow for the topic — "ACE Truck Manifest Modernization“ Next Deployment Set for April 24". CSMS messages are the operational layer between Commerce determinations and at-the-border collections: when Commerce publishes a new rate, scope ruling, or instruction, CBP turns it into a CSMS that ACE/ACS systems and brokers act on.

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CSMS #51674047 - ACE Truck Manifest Modernization – Next Deployment Set for April 24 U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent this bulletin at 04/21/2022 03:02 PM EDT Cargo Systems Messaging Service CSMS #51674047 - ACE Truck Manifest Modernization – Next Deployment Set for April 24 On January 30, 2022, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began the multi-release deployment of Enhancements to ACE Truck Manifest – Phase 2, also known as ACE Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM). The first deployment took place at the port of Brownsville, TX, and the second deployment occurred at the port of Buffalo, NY. The next deployment will occur on April 24, 2022 at the port of Laredo, TX. Enhancements to ACE Truck Manifest – Phase 2 is focused on enhancing the CBP user interface (UI) for the primary and secondary processing of truck manifests. As part of this deployment, previously relaxed validations in the legacy truck manifest application are now supported in TMM and may result in errors for some trade users. To prepare for the upcoming deployments and avoid potential errors, please review the validations as documented in the Truck Manifest X.12 - 309 and EDIFACT CUSCAR EDI implementation guides found at https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated/technical/ace-import-manifest-documentation . For additional information, please review CSMS #51405084. The schedule below reflects the remaining deployment schedule for Phase 2 of TMM: April 24, 2022 – Laredo, TX May 15, 2022 – Detroit, MI June 5, 2022 – All remaining ports Retire legacy truck manifest application (R4): June 20, 2022 In addition, CBP is preparing for the deployment of Enhancements to ACE Truck Manifest – Phase 3, which will finalize the modernization of ACE truck manifest functionality and will complete all backend services used for EDI processing. Implementing the capabilities developed in Phase 2, deployment of Phase 3 enhancements will provide trade users with new messaging regarding modifications to Crew, Vehicle, Cargo and Seals. The Phase 3 deployment is currently set for July 11, 2022. More information on Phase 3 and the implementation of Phase 2 enhancements, including details for Certification (CERT) environment testing and updated Implementation Guides, is forthcoming. For questions about TMM and the upcoming deployments, please contact ASKACE@cbp.dhs.gov . For issues with truck manifest EDI functionality, please contact your client representative. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page . You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com . This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Customs and Border Protection . Privacy Policy | GovDelivery is providing this information on behalf of U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and may not use the information for any other purposes. Powered by Privacy Policy | Cookie Statement | Help

Frequently asked questions

What is CSMS 51674047?

CSMS 51674047 is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cargo Systems Messaging Service bulletin titled "ACE Truck Manifest Modernization“ Next Deployment Set for April 24". CSMS bulletins are the operational instructions CBP issues to brokers, importers, and ACE filers covering rate changes, system updates, scope guidance, and other day-to-day customs-operations changes.

When was CSMS 51674047 published?

CBP published CSMS 51674047 on April 21, 2022. The bulletin's instructions are typically operative as of the publication date unless the body specifies a different effective date.

Is the CBP CSMS the legally binding instruction?

Yes — for at-the-border filing and entry collection. CSMS messages translate Commerce's Federal Register determinations into operational CBP instructions that ACE/ACS systems and brokers execute. The Federal Register notice is the underlying legal authority; the CSMS is the operational implementation. Both should be read together when reconciling a rate or scope change.

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