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title: "Importing an EPC Supplier File"
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# Overview

You can import supplier EPC files into Frameworks using two methods: with ETM (Electronic Trade Management) or without ETM. This guide covers both import processes to help you update your product information efficiently.

## Before you begin

Before importing your EPC file, confirm that you have configured your EPC imports using [EPC Import Format Maintenance](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/28409322) and [EPC Import Translator Maintenance](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/28409542).

# How to Import a Supplier EPC with ETM

## Finding your Supplier EPC from the EPC Dashboard

To open the **EPC Dashboard** and find your supplier EPC:

1. Click the **Frameworks Menu** and navigate to **Inventory > Electronic Product Catalogue > EPC Dashboard** from the navigation tree.
2. Search and locate the required supplier, then click the **Supplier** ID hyperlink to load the details of the EPC.

## Importing a Supplier EPC with ETM

To import a supplier EPC with ETM:

1. From the **Actions** menu, select **Import**. The **EPC Import View** task scheduler will load.
2. Schedule the EPC file import using the **Report Criteria** parameters below.
  1. **Supplier**: Loads the supplier selected in step 2 by default.
  2. **Location ID**: Select the location of the EPC file to import as per existing ProStix EPC import configuration.
  3. **Import Path**: Automatically generated based on existing ProStix EPC configuration. You can also use the **Upload local file to Import Path** button to load from a local file location such as your PC.
  4. **Import Filename**: Select the import file from the drop-down menu.
  5. **Archive**: Enable to archive the EPC file after import.
3. Schedule the import using the **Schedule** tab. The import can be run as a once-off task or scheduled daily, weekly or monthly.
4. Click **Submit** to load the EPC.
  Any non-standard ASCII characters will be stripped out or removed from the EPC file prior to completing the import process.
5. Navigate back to the **EPC Dashboard** screen and refresh. You will see the **Last Import** date updated as well as the **status**.

# How to Import a Supplier EPC without ETM

## Finding your Supplier EPC from the EPC Dashboard

To open the **EPC Dashboard** and find your supplier EPC:

1. Click the **Frameworks Menu** and navigate to **Inventory > Electronic Product Catalogue > EPC Dashboard** from the navigation tree.
2. Search and locate the required supplier, then click the **Supplier** ID hyperlink to load the details of the EPC.

## Importing a Supplier EPC without ETM

To import a supplier EPC without ETM:

1. Click **Actions** to open the Actions menu and select **Import**.
2. In the **EPC File Manual Import** window, complete the following fields:
  
  1. The **Supplier** defaults to the supplier on the EPC header, however you can choose a different supplier to use that supplier's [EPC Import](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/28409542).
  2. The **Branch** defaults to the branch on the EPC header.
  3. Select an **Import Format** from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click **Select File** to open the **Upload File** window. Click **Browse** to search your system, select your file and click **Upload**.
3. Click **Import** to import your EPC file.

> ℹ️ **Note:** If the imported EPC file has multiple suppliers defined in the **id_supp** field, those products will be applied to a new or existing EPC for the defined supplier. The import formats can be configured in [EPC Import Format Maintenance](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/28409322).

## Scheduling your EPC Import without ETM

To schedule a supplier EPC import without ETM:

1. Click the **Frameworks Menu** and navigate to **Inventory > Utilities & Scheduled Tasks > EPC File Import** from the navigation tree.
2. In the **Import Criteria** tab, complete the following fields:
  - Enter the **Supplier** ID or use the **Supplier Finder**.
  - Select your **Directory to Scan** from the available options in the drop-down menu.
  - Enter your **Filename/Pattern**.
  - Select an **Import Format** from the drop-down menu.
3. Schedule the import using the **Schedule** tab. The import can be run as a once-off task or scheduled daily, weekly or monthly.
4. Click **Submit** to run the EPC import.

> ℹ️ You can import supplier EPC data automatically through the API if your supplier is set up for it, choose a compatible option, and enter the needed details. Manual import is still available if not using the API. For detailed setup and configuration instructions, see [EPC Update from Keystone - Setup and Configuration](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/85131277).

# Additional Information

> ✅ **Next:** [Applying an Imported EPC File](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/fwksproau/pages/30530220)
> ✅ 
> ✅ Refer to the [EPC Dashboard](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/28409332) and [EPC Maintenance](https://sterlandsupport.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/FRAM/pages/28402906) User Manuals for additional information.

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<summary>Related System Settings</summary>

[Version 5.15.2+] 

You can run EPC import with or without ETM. Enable or disable the **EPCviaETM** flag under **System Administration > System Setup > Configuration > System Settings - Flag** to run your EPC import with or without ETM.
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