How to Create the Shipping Label using Amazon MWS Merchant Fulfillment

How to Create the Shipping Label using Amazon MWS Merchant Fulfillment

Amazon MWS Merchant Fulfillment service is an essential tool for online sellers, providing a streamlined system to manage and complete orders. One of the key features of this system is the ability to create shipping labels. This article will provide a comprehensive guide to creating a shipping label using Amazon MWS Merchant Fulfillment.

Creating a Shipping Label

To create a shipping label, you’ll need to follow a few steps:

1. Get Eligible Shipping Services

   Begin by calling the GetEligibleShippingServices operation. This operation will return a list of shipping services that meet the requirements of the package and the shipment.

   Here’s how to call the operation:

   response = mws.get_eligible_shipping_services(
       shipment_request_details={
           'AmazonOrderId': '902-3159896-1390916',
           'SellerOrderId': 'A1XKIKK92D8CQ',
           'ItemList': [{'OrderItemId': '68852043920492', 'Quantity': 1}],
           'ShipFromAddress': address,
           'PackageDimensions': dimensions,
           'Weight': weight,
           'MustArriveByDate': datetime.datetime(2023, 7, 5),
           'ShipDate': datetime.datetime(2023, 7, 1),
           'ShippingServiceOptions': {'DeliveryExperience': 'DeliveryConfirmationWithSignature', 'CarrierWillPickUp': 'false'},
       }
   )
   

2. Create Shipment

   After you’ve got the list of eligible shipping services, you’ll need to create the shipment. Call the CreateShipment operation with the shipping service you’ve chosen.

   Here’s an example of how to call the operation:

   response = mws.create_shipment(
       shipment_request_details={
           'AmazonOrderId': '902-3159896-1390916',
           'SellerOrderId': 'A1XKIKK92D8CQ',
           'ItemList': [{'OrderItemId': '68852043920492', 'Quantity': 1}],
           'ShipFromAddress': address,
           'PackageDimensions': dimensions,
           'Weight': weight,
           'MustArriveByDate': datetime.datetime(2023, 7, 5),
           'ShipDate': datetime.datetime(2023, 7, 1),
           'ShippingServiceOptions': {'DeliveryExperience': 'DeliveryConfirmationWithSignature', 'CarrierWillPickUp': 'false'},
       },
       shipping_service_id='PRIORITY_OVERNIGHT'
   )
   

3. Download Label

   After creating the shipment, you’ll get a response containing the shipping label file in a PDF, PNG, or ZPL format. You can then download and print the label.

Conclusion

Amazon MWS Merchant Fulfillment service is a powerful tool for automating your shipping process. By using the API, you can create shipping labels programmatically, saving time and reducing errors. This guide should help you get started. If you encounter any issues, don’t hesitate to check the official Amazon MWS documentation.

Remember, shipping labels are a crucial part of the order fulfillment process. They ensure your packages reach the right destination, so handle them with care!

Keywords: Amazon MWS, Merchant Fulfillment, Shipping Label, Create Shipment, Get Eligible Shipping Services, Download Label

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