Amadeus TQTC โ Display the TST in Cryptic Mode
A complete guide to the Amadeus TQTC command โ how to display the Transitional Stored Ticket in cryptic mode and review stored fare and ticketing details.
โก Key Takeaways
- TQTC shows the TST in cryptic mode โ the raw command-line format rather than the formatted layout.
- Use it to verify specific stored elements โ fare basis, taxes, form of payment, passenger associations.
- TQT = formatted view. TQTC = cryptic view. Same TST, different presentation.
- Best for precision work before ticket issuance (TTP), troubleshooting pricing, or comparing against a fresh fare quote.
- If TQTC returns nothing, the PNR usually has no stored TST โ price the itinerary first.
In Amadeus, the same TST can be displayed in more than one way depending on what you need to see. The standard TQT entry shows the ticket record in a structured, easy-to-read layout. The Amadeus TQTC command takes a different approach: it displays the TST in cryptic mode โ the raw, command-line format that shows exactly how the stored data is written in the system. This is the format experienced agents use when they need to verify a specific element, compare a TST against a fare quote, or check exactly what is stored before issuing a ticket.
What Does the Amadeus TQTC Command Do?
TQTC is the Amadeus GDS command used to display the Transitional Stored Ticket (TST) in cryptic mode.
Category: TST / Ticketing.
The Amadeus TQTC command displays the TST information in the cryptic (command-line) format, allowing you to review stored fare and ticketing details exactly as the system holds them.
Unlike the formatted display produced by TQT, the cryptic mode presents the record in a compact, coded layout. For agents who know how to read it, this is often the fastest way to confirm a specific field โ particularly the fare basis, tax entries, form of payment, or passenger associations.
Amadeus TQTC Command โ Syntax
The Amadeus TQTC command has no arguments. You simply retrieve the PNR, then enter TQTC on its own. The result is a cryptic-format display of the TST, showing the stored pricing and ticketing information exactly as it is held in the record.
Display the TST in cryptic mode:
TQTCThe result is a cryptic-format display of the TST, showing the stored pricing and ticketing information exactly as it is held in the record.
What the Amadeus TQTC Display Shows
- Displays the TST โ the active Transitional Stored Ticket in the PNR.
- Uses cryptic mode โ the compact, command-line data format rather than the formatted layout.
- Shows stored pricing and ticketing information โ including fare, taxes, fare basis, total amount, form of payment, and passenger associations.
Amadeus TQTC Command vs TQT โ Comparison Table
Both commands display the same Transitional Stored Ticket โ but in very different formats. The table below shows which one to reach for depending on what you need to see.
| Feature | TQT (Formatted) | TQTC (Cryptic) |
|---|---|---|
| Display layout | Structured, readable format | Raw, command-line format |
| Best for | Quick overview before issuing | Precise verification of stored data |
| Commission info | โ Included | โ Not included |
| Fare basis & taxes | Shown in formatted rows | Shown in cryptic codes |
| Learning curve | Easy โ readable at a glance | Requires command-line knowledge |
| Typical use | Routine pre-issuance check | Troubleshooting / comparison / audit |
| Command | TQT | TQTC |
Amadeus TQTC Command โ Troubleshooting When No Data Returns
Pro-Tip โ What to Do When TQTC Returns No Data
If running the Amadeus TQTC command produces a blank screen, an error message, or no TST, the issue is almost always one of the following. Work through them in order:
No TST Exists in the PNR
This is the most common reason. If the itinerary has never been priced (or the TST was deleted), there is nothing for TQTC to display.
Price the itinerary first with FXP, FXR, or FXB, then re-run TQTC.
No PNR Is Currently Retrieved
The Amadeus TQTC command operates on the active PNR in your workspace. If no PNR is open, the entry will return an error.
Retrieve the PNR with RT or REC before running TQTC.
The TST Was Deleted or Never Created
If a previous agent deleted the TST with TTE, TQTC will return nothing until the itinerary is priced again.
Check the pricing history with TTH to confirm whether a TST ever existed.
Confusing TQTC with TQT
If you typed TQTC but expected the formatted layout, you may simply be looking at the wrong display format โ the data is there, just in cryptic form.
Try the standard TQT command instead to see the same TST in a readable layout.
When to Use the Amadeus TQTC Command
Use the Amadeus TQTC command when you need to review the TST details in cryptic format before ticket issuance or while checking stored fare information. Typical scenarios include:
- Verifying a specific fare or tax entry before issuing with TTP.
- Comparing the stored TST against a fresh pricing result.
- Checking exactly what data the system holds in a manual TST.
- Troubleshooting a fare, tax, or fare basis issue in the record.
- Working in a fast, keyboard-driven environment where the cryptic format is preferred.
How It Fits Into Your Ticketing Workflow
A typical ticketing session using the Amadeus TQTC command might look like this:
- Retrieve the PNR and price the itinerary.
- Use TQT for the formatted TST display.
- Enter
TQTCwhen you need the cryptic format for detailed checking. - Confirm the fare, taxes, and fare basis are correct.
- Use TTH to review the history if something does not match.
- Correct any element with TTK or TTI, then clear the flag with TTF.
- Issue the ticket with TTP.
How the Amadeus TQTC Command Relates to Other TST Commands
The Amadeus TQTC command is part of the broader Amadeus TST toolkit. Here is how it relates to the others:
- TQT โ displays the TST in formatted mode, plus commission info.
- TQTC โ displays the TST in cryptic (command-line) mode.
- TTH โ displays the history of changes made to a TST.
- TTC โ creates a manual TST.
- TTK โ manually updates fare, tax, and total elements.
- TTI โ manually updates validity, baggage, fare basis, and fare calculation.
- TTF โ removes the PNR change flag from one or more TSTs.
The key distinction: The Amadeus TQTC command shows you the same TST as TQT, but in the raw data format. Use TQT for a readable overview and TQTC for precise verification โ they complement each other rather than competing.
Related Amadeus TST Command Guides
Official Amadeus Documentation
For the authoritative reference on TST commands and Amadeus ticketing logic, refer to the Amadeus Altรฉa Suite documentation โ the official source for all Amadeus ticketing commands including TQTC, TQT, TTH, and TTP.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Amadeus TQTC Command
What does the Amadeus TQTC command do?
The Amadeus TQTC command displays the Transitional Stored Ticket in cryptic (command-line) mode, showing the stored pricing and ticketing details exactly as they are held in the record.
How is TQTC different from TQT?
TQT shows the TST in a formatted layout with commission information. The Amadeus TQTC command shows the same TST in cryptic, command-line format โ the raw data view.
When should I use the Amadeus TQTC command instead of TQT?
Use the Amadeus TQTC command when you need the raw cryptic view for detailed verification of specific elements, such as the fare basis, tax entries, or form of payment.
Why is the Amadeus TQTC command returning no data?
The most common reason is that no TST exists in the PNR โ the itinerary has not been priced yet, or the TST was deleted. Price the itinerary first with FXP, then re-run the Amadeus TQTC command. If no PNR is currently retrieved, the command will also return an error.
Does the Amadeus TQTC command include commission information?
No. The Amadeus TQTC command shows the stored fare and tax data but does not include commission information. If you need to see commission, use the standard TQT display instead.
Conclusion
The Amadeus TQTC command gives you the cryptic view of the TST in Amadeus. Where TQT presents the ticket record in a readable, formatted layout, TQTC shows the underlying data exactly as it is stored โ the fastest way to confirm fare, taxes, fare basis, and passenger associations before issuing a ticket.
Use the Amadeus TQTC command whenever you need precision rather than presentation โ for troubleshooting, for verifying a manual TST, or for comparing the stored record against a fresh fare quote. If it returns nothing, price the itinerary first โ the display cannot show what does not exist.
Paired with TTH, TTC, TTK, TTI, and TTF, the Amadeus TQTC command completes the Amadeus TST toolkit and ensures every ticket record is verified before issuance.
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