Amadeus QDF & QD โ Defer Queued PNRs Correctly
A complete guide to the Amadeus QDF QD commands โ how to defer a queued PNR, move it to the bottom of the queue, or schedule it for a specific future date or time.
Key Takeaways
- QDF ignores the current PNR, moves it to the bottom of the queue, and exits queue mode โ no changes saved.
- QD delays the PNR to a specific future date (and optionally a time), so it returns to the queue on that date.
- Use QDF for same-queue reshuffles when you want the item handled later in the day.
- Use QD when the booking must be processed on a defined future date.
- Verify a delayed PNR with QC, QC/PARAF0900/1C1, QS8C1, or RTQ.
- Neither command saves changes โ use QES or QF when edits need to be preserved.
Queue processing in Amadeus is not always a “handle it now” task. Some PNRs need to be revisited later in the day, some must wait for a specific date, and some simply need to be pushed to the back of the queue so more urgent items are handled first. The Amadeus QDF QD commands exist for exactly these situations. QDF moves the PNR to the bottom of the current queue and exits queue mode, while QD delays the PNR to a specific future date or time. This guide explains both commands, shows working examples, and explains when to use each one so your queue workflow stays organised and nothing slips through the cracks.
What Does the Amadeus QDF Command Do?
QDF is the Amadeus GDS command used to ignore the current PNR, place it at the bottom of the queue, and exit queue processing mode.
Category: Queue Management.
The Amadeus QDF command is the same-queue reshuffle. It removes the current PNR from the front of the queue, places it at the bottom, and exits queue mode. Nothing is changed on the PNR itself โ this is a “come back later” command, not an edit or a save.
Ignore and Move PNR to Bottom:
QDFThis removes the current PNR from the front of the queue, places it at the bottom, and exits queue mode. No changes to the PNR are saved, and the booking remains available for later processing.
What Does the Amadeus QD Command Do?
The Amadeus QD command is different: instead of reshuffling the PNR within the current queue, it schedules the PNR to reappear on a specific future date or time. This is the right tool when a booking must be handled on a defined day โ for example, a schedule change that cannot be actioned until the airline publishes new rules.
Delay a PNR to a Future Date:
QD08FEBThis delays the current PNR to 08 February. When that date arrives, the PNR returns to the queue for processing. You can also specify a time to delay the PNR to a specific hour as well as a date.
Amadeus QDF QD Commands โ When to Use Each One
Both parts of the Amadeus QDF QD commands postpone a queued PNR, but they do it in different ways. The choice depends on whether you want the PNR to come back naturally at the end of the queue, or at a defined future point.
- QDF โ use when you want to defer the current PNR by moving it to the bottom of the queue and leaving queue mode.
- QD โ use when the PNR needs to be processed on a specific future date or time.
๐ก Pro Tip: Verifying a Delayed PNR
After using QD to delay a PNR, confirm that the delay was applied correctly before moving on. Use these queue display commands to verify:
- QC or QCD โ displays the queue planner, including date-deferred PNRs, so you can see the item scheduled for the target date.
- QC/PARAF0900/1C1 โ shows queue counts for a specific office and category, so you can confirm the PNR left the active queue.
- QS8C1 (Queue Start) โ start the queue to see whether the delayed PNR is still pending on the delay date.
- RTQ โ displays all queues containing the current PNR, confirming which queue it is sitting in and at what date.
If the PNR does not appear in the expected date bucket after a QD, re-check the date format (DDMMM) and re-enter the command. Double-check that the PNR was retrieved in the correct office before deferring. For the official Amadeus documentation, refer to the Amadeus Altรฉa Suite documentation.
How the Amadeus QDF QD Commands Fit Into Your Queue Workflow
A typical queue session using the Amadeus QDF QD commands might look like this:
- Start queue processing and review the current message.
- Use
QUif you need to redisplay the queue message. - Open the PNR and assess the required action.
- If the item can wait until later in the queue, enter
QDFto move it to the bottom. - If the item must wait until a specific date, enter
QD08FEB(or another date) to schedule it. - Exit queue mode and continue with other work.
Amadeus QDF QD Commands vs Other Queue Commands
The Amadeus QDF QD commands are part of a broader family of queue management entries. Here is how they relate to the others:
- QF / QFR โ end the transaction, exit queue mode (QFR also redisplays the PNR).
- QE / QER / QES โ place PNRs on queues or save the transaction and move the PNR to the bottom of the queue.
- QI โ ignores the PNR and exits queue mode without saving.
- QIR โ ignores the PNR, exits queue mode, and redisplays the PNR.
- QDF โ ignores the PNR, moves it to the bottom of the queue, and exits queue mode.
- QD โ delays the PNR to a specific future date or time.
QDF vs QD vs QES vs QI โ Comparison Table
| Command | Action | Saves Changes? | Where Does the PNR Go? | Exits Queue? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
QDF |
Ignore PNR, defer | No | Bottom of the same queue | Yes |
QD |
Delay PNR to a future date/time | No | Scheduled for a specific date/time | Depends |
QES |
Save transaction, defer | Yes | Bottom of the same queue | Yes |
QI |
Ignore PNR, exit | No | Unchanged (stays where it was) | Yes |
The key distinction: The Amadeus QDF QD commands do not save changes โ they only shift a queued PNR in time. If you need to preserve edits, use QES or QF instead.
Quick Reference Checklist for Amadeus QDF QD Commands
- Review the queued PNR and confirm it cannot be actioned now.
- Decide whether to defer it to the bottom of the queue or delay it to a specific date.
- For a same-queue deferral, enter
QDF. - For a scheduled delay, enter
QDfollowed by the date, e.g.QD08FEB. - Confirm the queue session ended and the PNR will return on the correct date.
- Continue with the next queue item or task.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Amadeus QDF QD Commands
What does the Amadeus QDF command do?
The Amadeus QDF command ignores the current PNR, moves it to the bottom of the queue, and exits queue processing mode. No changes are saved.
What does QD08FEB mean?
The QD08FEB entry โ part of the Amadeus QDF QD commands family โ delays the current PNR to 08 February so it returns to the queue on that date for processing.
Can I specify a time with the Amadeus QD command?
Yes. The Amadeus QD command allows you to delay a PNR to a specific future date and time, not just a date. This is useful when a booking must be actioned at a specific hour.
Do QDF and QD save changes to the PNR?
No. Neither part of the Amadeus QDF QD commands saves changes โ they only move or reschedule the queued PNR. If you need to preserve edits, use QES or QF instead.
How do I verify that a PNR was delayed correctly?
Use QC or QCD to display the queue planner, QC/PARAF0900/1C1 to check queue counts, QS8C1 to start the queue, or RTQ to display all queues containing the current PNR. These confirm whether the Amadeus QDF QD commands applied the delay to the correct date bucket.
Conclusion
The Amadeus QDF QD commands give you two different ways to postpone a queued PNR in Amadeus. QDF reshuffles the PNR to the bottom of the current queue and exits queue mode โ ideal when you want the item handled later in the same queue. QD delays the PNR to a specific future date or time, which is the right choice when the booking must be processed on a defined day.
Neither of the Amadeus QDF QD commands saves changes. If edits need to be preserved, use QES or QF instead. Verify delayed PNRs with QC, QCD, or RTQ before moving on.
Together with QE, QER, QES, QF, QFR, QI, and QIR, the Amadeus QDF QD commands complete your Amadeus queue toolkit and help you keep every PNR on track โ nothing lost, nothing duplicated, nothing left behind.
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