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Amadeus RRA Command: Copy PNR & Create AXR

A complete guide to the RRA command in Amadeus — how to copy a PNR and create an AXR record that links the associated bookings.

In Amadeus, some bookings are not standalone — they are connected to other PNRs through a link called an AXR (Associated Record). This link is essential when a booking has been split, when group and individual reservations must stay synchronized, or when a corporate travel arrangement is tied to a separate leisure booking. The RRA command creates both things at once: it copies the current PNR and establishes an AXR link between the original and the new record. This guide explains what RRA does, its syntax, and when it should be used.

What Does the RRA Command Do?

RRA is the Amadeus GDS command used to copy a PNR and create an AXR record.

Category: PNR Management.

It creates a copy of the current PNR while also creating an AXR (Associated Record) link between the records.

The AXR link is the key feature that distinguishes RRA from other copy commands. It allows the system — and the airline — to recognize that the two PNRs are connected, so changes in one record can be coordinated with the other. Without the link, the PNRs would exist as separate bookings with no relationship between them.

Syntax

Enter the command on its own while the PNR you want to copy is retrieved:

RRA

This copies the current PNR and creates an AXR record that links the original PNR to the new copy.

When to Use RRA

Use RRA when you need to copy a PNR and create an AXR record linking the associated PNRs. Typical scenarios include:

Creating a linked copy of a booking for reporting or corporate purposes.
Splitting a booking into two linked PNRs that must remain associated.
Building a parallel PNR for a connected traveller or group member.
Duplicating a booking while preserving the connection to the original.
Creating multiple linked records for a complex multi-party booking.
Supporting AXR-based processes such as linked ticketing and changes.

How RRA Fits Into Your PNR Management Workflow

A typical session using RRA might look like this:

Retrieve the PNR you want to copy.
Confirm that the two records should remain linked through an AXR.
Enter RRA to copy the PNR and create the AXR link.
Note the new record locator created by the command.
Modify the new PNR as needed — add or remove elements, update passengers, or adjust segments.
Verify the AXR link is present by redisplaying the PNR and checking for the AXR indication.
Continue processing both records in coordination with each other.

How RRA Relates to Other Copy Commands

RRA → copies a PNR and creates an AXR record linking the two.
RRI → copies only the itinerary elements.
RRP → copies passenger-related data elements.
RRN → copies passenger names only.
RO → copies the PNR to a new record locator at the same office, without an AXR link.

The key distinction: RRA creates a copy and an AXR link. Other copy commands create records without establishing the associated-record relationship.

Important: The AXR link created by RRA remains in place until it is deliberately broken. Both PNRs become part of an associated-record structure, which means changes may need to be coordinated between the two.

Before using RRA, confirm with your supervisor or the airline whether the two bookings should be linked. If you only need a standalone copy without the AXR relationship, use RO or another copy command instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does RRA do in Amadeus?

RRA copies the current PNR and creates an AXR (Associated Record) link between the original and the new record.

What is an AXR record?

AXR stands for Associated Record. It is a link that connects two or more PNRs so the system and the airline can recognize them as related bookings.

How is RRA different from RO?

RO copies the PNR to a new record locator at the same office without creating an AXR link. RRA creates the copy and establishes the associated-record relationship.

Can I remove the AXR link later?

Yes, the AXR link can be broken through the appropriate Amadeus commands or by contacting your Amadeus help desk. Once broken, the PNRs become independent records.

Can RRA be used on any PNR?

RRA is used for PNRs that should remain connected through an AXR. Not every booking needs an AXR link — confirm the requirement before running the command.

Conclusion

The RRA command is the Amadeus tool for copying a PNR while creating an AXR record that links the two bookings together. Use RRA when you need a copy that stays associated with the original — for split bookings, connected travellers, or multi-party reservations that must remain synchronized. It is different from simple copy commands such as RO, RRI, RRP, or RRN, because RRA is the only one that establishes the AXR relationship. Always confirm whether the AXR link is required before using the command, and verify the link is present after copying. Used correctly, RRA keeps related bookings connected and simplifies the handling of complex multi-PNR scenarios.