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Overview
The "Create SE-Fedex Label" operation in this node allows users to generate shipping labels specifically for FedEx shipments using the Shipentegra API. This is useful for automating the creation of FedEx shipping labels within workflows, streamlining logistics and order fulfillment processes. Typical scenarios include e-commerce platforms or warehouses that need to programmatically create FedEx labels for orders, including customs and shipment details.
Practical examples:
- Automatically generating FedEx shipping labels when an order is placed.
- Creating labels with detailed customs information for international shipments.
- Integrating label creation into a larger automated shipping workflow.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Request Details | A notice field providing information about the request (informational only). |
| Special Service | A string specifying any special service required for the shipment. |
| Order ID | Numeric identifier of the order for which the FedEx label is being created. |
| Store ID | Numeric identifier of the store associated with the order. |
| Number | A string representing a number related to the shipment (context-specific). |
| Verpackg | Boolean indicating whether packaging is included or required. |
| Content | String describing the content of the shipment. |
| Weight | Numeric value representing the weight of the shipment. |
| IOSS Number | String containing the Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) number for EU VAT compliance on shipments. |
| Currency | Option field specifying the currency code used for declared values. Supported currencies include common ISO 4217 codes such as EUR, USD, GBP, JPY, AUD, CAD, and many others, plus a "None" option. |
| Items | Collection of declared items in the shipment. Each item includes: - Item ID (number) - Declared Quantity (number) - Declared Price (number) - GTIP (string, likely a customs tariff code) |
| Ship From | Sender address information including: - Name (string, max 64 chars) - Address 1 (string, max 64 chars) - Address 2 (optional) - State (optional) - City (string, max 64 chars) - Zip Code (optional) - Phone (optional) |
Output
The node outputs JSON data containing the response from the Shipentegra API after attempting to create the FedEx label. This typically includes label details such as tracking numbers, label URLs or encoded label data, shipment status, and any relevant metadata returned by the API.
If binary data is returned (e.g., PDF or image of the label), it would represent the actual shipping label file ready for printing or storage.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the Shipentegra API.
- The node uses the Shipentegra public API endpoint at
https://publicapi.shipentegra.com/v1. - Proper configuration of credentials in n8n is necessary to authorize requests.
- The user must ensure that all required fields (like sender address and item details) are correctly provided to avoid errors.
Troubleshooting
- Missing or invalid credentials: Ensure the API key credential is set up correctly in n8n.
- Invalid or incomplete input data: Required fields such as sender name, address, city, and item details must be filled; otherwise, the API may reject the request.
- Unsupported currency codes: Use one of the supported ISO currency codes listed in the currency property.
- API errors: If the Shipentegra API returns errors, check the error message for details such as invalid order IDs or missing customs information.
- Network issues: Verify network connectivity to the Shipentegra API endpoint.
Links and References
- Shipentegra API Documentation (assumed base URL)
- FedEx Shipping Labels Overview
- IOSS VAT Information