DMS 4.0 Export Test Scenarios
Introduction
The Shipment Test Tool allows you to simulate various DMS 4.0 Export scenarios.
Each scenario represents a possible stage in the lifecycle of an export declaration, from submission and customs clearance to inspections and alternative proof of exit procedures.
All DMS 4.0 Export declarations start with:
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| 20 - Acceptance | The declaration has been technically accepted by DMS and is awaiting further customs processing |
Scenario 14: Physical Inspection With Document Request
Purpose
The export declaration is selected for physical and/or document control. The logistics process cannot continue until Customs receives the requested documents.
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 560 | 560 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 - Acceptance |
| 2 | 25 - ControlNotificationPhysicalControl |
| 3 | 29 - ReminderProvidingAdditionalDocuments |
User Action
- Submit the requested documents to Customs. Scenario 15: Physical Inspection With Provisional Release
Purpose
The declaration is selected for inspection, but Customs grants a provisional release. Logistics operations may continue while the inspection is completed.
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 560 | 559 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 - Acceptance |
| 2 | 25 - ControlNotificationPhysicalControl |
| 3 | 4 - ReleaseOfGoods |
| 4 | 3 - Cleared |
User Action
- Wait for Customs inspection to be completed. Scenario 16: Inspection Followed by Request for Information (RFI)
Purpose
During the inspection Customs identifies discrepancies and requests additional information or corrections through an RFI.
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 560 | 557 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 - Acceptance |
| 2 | 25 - ControlNotificationPhysicalControl |
| 3 | 33 - RequestForInformation |
User Action
- Submit a CRE message from Shipment. Follow-up Scenario
- Continue with Scenario 17. Scenario 17: RFI Response Accepted
Purpose
The declarant responds to the RFI with a CRE message. Customs accepts the changes and releases the goods.
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 560 | 556 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 35 - Received |
| 2 | 30 - Amendments |
| 3 | 3 - Cleared |
Result
- The declaration is successfully completed. Scenario 18: Happy Flow
Purpose
The export declaration is accepted and released immediately. Once the goods leave the European Union, Customs sends a Confirmation of Exit. [TestTool s...enariolist | Excel]
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 599 | 0 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 - Acceptance |
| 2 | 3 - Cleared |
| 3 | 28 - ExportNotification |
Result
- Export procedure completed successfully. Scenario 19: Alternative Proof of Exit Requested
Purpose
The goods have been released, but Customs did not receive a Confirmation of Exit. Alternative proof of exit is required. [TestTool s...enariolist | Excel]
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 582 | 0 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 - Acceptance |
| 2 | 3 - Cleared |
| 3 | 27 - AlternativeEvidenceRequested |
User Action
- Submit alternative proof that the goods have left the European Union. Follow-up Scenario
- Continue with Scenario 20. Scenario 20: Alternative Proof Accepted
Purpose
Customs accepts the alternative proof of exit and completes the declaration. [TestTool s...enariolist | Excel]
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 35 - Received |
| 2 | 28 - ExportNotification |
Result
- Export procedure completed successfully. Scenario 21: Functional Rejection
Purpose
The declaration contains functional errors and is rejected by Customs. [TestTool s...enariolist | Excel]
Trigger Values
| Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 556 | 0 |
Status Flow
| Sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | 23 - FunctionalRejection |
User Action
- Correct the declaration. - Resubmit the declaration. Trigger Overview
| Scenario | Gross Weight | Net Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 560 | 560 |
| 15 | 560 | 559 |
| 16 | 560 | 557 |
| 17 | 560 | 556 |
| 18 | 599 | 0 |
| 19 | 582 | 0 |
| 21 | 556 | 0 |