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Amadeus ET Command: End Transaction & File PNR

A complete guide to the ET command in Amadeus — how to end the current transaction, save all changes, and file the PNR in the Amadeus system.

Every change made to a PNR only becomes permanent when the transaction is ended. Until that moment, the additions and modifications exist only in the current session and can still be discarded. The ET command is the Amadeus entry that closes the transaction, saves all changes to the PNR, and files the record — completing the session without bringing the PNR back on screen. It is the silent counterpart to ER, and it is used when the agent is finished with the record and does not need to review it again. This guide explains what ET does, its syntax, and when it should be used.

What Does the ET Command Do?

ET is the Amadeus GDS command used to end the current transaction and file the PNR.

Category: PNR Management.

It saves all changes made to the PNR, ends the current transaction, and files the PNR in the Amadeus system.

The filing step is what distinguishes ET from ER. Where ER saves the transaction and redisplays the PNR for review, ET closes the session and returns directly to the command prompt — saving the changes but leaving the record off screen.

Syntax

Enter the command on its own after making changes to the PNR:

ET

This ends the current transaction, saves all changes made during the session, and files the PNR in the Amadeus system. The session closes and the command prompt returns.

When to Use ET

Use ET after completing or updating a PNR to save the changes and end the transaction. Typical scenarios include:

Saving the final changes to a PNR when no further review is required.
Filing a booking after a standard update — segments, names, contact details, or SSRs.
Completing a session in a high-volume office where an extra display is unnecessary.
Filing a PNR after adding seat requests, remarks, or frequent flyer information.
Ending the transaction when the agent has already reviewed the PNR on screen and is confident in the changes.
Saving updates after a schedule change or rebooking without reopening the record.
Closing the session after pricing or TST updates when the review was already performed.

How ET Fits Into Your PNR Management Workflow

A typical session using ET might look like this:

Retrieve the PNR with RT or create a new booking.
Make the required changes — add segments, update names, enter SSRs, add contact details, or price the itinerary.
Review the entries on screen to confirm they are correct.
Enter ET to save the changes and file the PNR.
The session closes and the command prompt returns.
If you need to verify the result, retrieve the PNR again with RT or review the changes with RH.

How ET Relates to Other End-of-Transaction Commands

ER → ends and saves the transaction, then redisplays the PNR.
ET → ends and saves the transaction without redisplaying the PNR.
ERK → ends the transaction, updates advice codes, and redisplays the PNR.
ETK → ends the transaction, updates advice codes, and files the PNR.
EF → ends the transaction and files a split PNR.
ERX → confirms AXR cancellation and redisplays the records.
ETX → confirms AXR cancellation and files the records.
IR → ignores the current transaction and redisplays the PNR.
IG → ignores the current transaction without redisplaying.

The distinction matters: ER saves and redisplays, ET saves without redisplaying, ERK and ETK also update advice codes, and IR and IG discard unsaved changes. Choose the entry that matches your intent — save with review, save silently, refresh statuses, or discard.

Important: ET saves the transaction permanently. Once entered, the changes cannot be discarded with IR or IG. Always review the PNR on screen before entering ET — if you need to see the PNR after saving, use ER instead.

To remove a saved element afterwards, use the appropriate deletion entry — for example XE for individual elements or XI for the full itinerary — and then end the transaction again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the ET command do in Amadeus?

ET ends the current transaction, saves all changes made to the PNR, and files the record in the Amadeus system without redisplaying it.

What is the difference between ET and ER?

Both save the transaction. ER redisplays the PNR after saving; ET files it without bringing the record back on screen.

What is the difference between ET and ETK?

ETK also updates the advice codes on the affected segments before filing. ET performs a standard save and file without the advice code refresh.

Can I undo ET if I made a mistake?

No. ET saves the transaction permanently. You must correct the PNR with a new entry — for example using XE to delete the affected element — and end the transaction again.

When should I use ET instead of ER?

Use ET when you have already reviewed the PNR on screen and do not need to see it again after saving. Use ER when you want the PNR redisplayed to verify the result.

Conclusion

The ET command is the standard end-of-transaction and filing tool in Amadeus. Use ET after completing or updating a PNR to save all changes and file the record without redisplaying it. It combines saving and filing in a single entry and is the correct choice when the PNR has already been reviewed and the agent is ready to move on. Because ET files the transaction permanently, always confirm the PNR on screen before entering it — if you want to see the result after saving, use ER, and if you want to discard unsaved changes, use IR or IG. Paired with ERK and ETK for advice code updates, EF for split PNRs, ERX and ETX for AXR-linked records, and RH for reviewing the history, the ET command completes your PNR management toolkit and keeps every booking accurate from the first entry to the final save.