Ship-to order status and tracking

Use this page to find a customer's order, including upgrades, accessories, coverage devices and new activations.

What to know

Order channelOrder typeT-Mobile ToolWho own this?
  • Care
  • Self-service
Upgrades & accessoriesOrder lookup toolCare
Warranty exchanges
Coverage devices

Activation, AAL & accessories

DASHWeb and Telesales support (WTS)
Rebellion/Legacy PrepaidOrder lookup toolRebellion
T-Mobile.com new activation & Accessory OnlyOrder lookup toolCare & Web and Telesales support (WTS)
In-StoreAll order types

POS

Order lookup tool
In-Store
National Retail (Apple, Samsung, Walmart) 

Upgrade ordersOrder lookup tool
  • National Retailer is responsible for order support.
  • Care can provide basic order status information.
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Unsupported orders

 

If your channel is not listed above, you can provide limited order support only.

  • You may have read-only access to orders not supported by your department.
  • You can provide order details only.
  • Most order issues, including returns, must be handled by the supported channel provided.
    Exception: Deferred trade-ins can be processed at a retail store.
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Other order types

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T-Mobile orders: Steps & status by tool

  • If you do not have access to the tool needed to locate the order, warm transfer to a support queue.
  • If you are not able to locate an order that should be available in your tool, see Order not found.

  1. Access Order Lookup and locate the order. 
  2. Check the first few digits of the order number and the Order Type and Channel in Atlas Order Lookup to determine the order type.
  3. See the sections below for orders that start with SO, 710, AC, R, and E

Atlas Order Lookup Result 
Order TypeChannelTransaction TypeCheck Order Status
Standard UpgradeCareCare Upgrade (Non JUMP)Use the Existing Customer table below to check status.
JUMP!CareCare JUMP Upgrade
Standard UpgradeCareCare Accessory
JUMP!WebMy T-Mobile JUMP Upgrade
Coverage DeviceCareCare Coverage Device
Warranty Exchange – In StoreCareCare Warranty Exchange

For shipments to the customer, use the Non-existing or New Customer table below to check status.

For devices being returned to T-Mobile, see Device Return Status.

Warranty Exchange – Ship to/ShipCareCare Warranty Exchange

Atlas Order Lookup Result

 
Order TypeChannelTransaction TypeCheck Order Status
Standard UpgradeWebMy T-Mobile Upgrade (Non JUMP)Use the Existing Customer table below to check status.
Add A LineWebMy T-Mobile Add-A-Line (No Trade In)
Add A Line with Trade-InWebMy T-Mobile Add-A-Line with Trade In
AccessoryWebMy T-Mobile Accessory only (Important: Account Number will be present in Atlas order Lookup.)
AccessoryWebT-Mobile.com Accessory Only (Important: Account Number will be N/A in Atlas order Lookup)Use the Non-existing or New Customer table below to check status.
ActivationWebT-Mobile.com New Activation (No Trade-n)
Activation with Trade-InWebT-Mobile.com New Activation with Trade In

Atlas Order Lookup Result 
Order TypeChannelTransaction TypeCheck Order Status
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareMy T-Mobile return (Non JUMP)See Device Return Status.
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareMy T-Mobile Add-A-Line Return
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareMy T-Mobile Add-A-Line with Trade In return 
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareMy T-Mobile Accessory only return
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareT-Mobile.com New activation Return
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareT-Mobile.com Accessory Only return

Atlas Order Lookup Result 
Order TypeChannelTransaction TypeCheck Order Status
JUMP! ReturnWebMy T-Mobile JUMP Upgrade ReturnSee Device Return Status.
JUMP! On Demand ReturnCareCare JUMP Upgrade Return
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareCare Upgrade Return (Non JUMP)
Standard Upgrade ReturnCareCare Accessory Only Return
Coverage Device ReturnCareCare Coverage Device Return

Atlas Order Lookup Result 
Order TypeChannelTransaction TypeCheck Order Status
Coverage Device ExchangeCareCare Coverage Device Exchange

For shipments to the customer, use the Existing Customer table below to check status.

For devices being returned to T-Mobile, see Device Return Status.

StatusWhat it meansNext steps

PartiallyCreated

The e-Signature has not been signed by the customer.
  1. Advise the customer the order is not complete.
    • They have not been charged.
    • The order has not shipped.
  2. See e-Signatures to:
    • Walk the customer through signing their e-Signature.
    • Resend the e-Signature request.
    • Troubleshoot e-Signature issues.
PartiallyReturnReceivedPart of a multi-device order has been returned.Look up the associated return order through Order Lookup.

PartiallyWorkinProgress

All or part of the order is in Pre-order status​.

  1. Provide the Most Recent Estimated Ship Date on the order.
    • Do not use the original estimated shipping date, this may be outdated.
    • The customer will receive update notifications.
  2. Check the Call Status field in the Credit Card Update Tool.
  3. If 24 hours have passed since the last estimated ship date and there is no tracking number, escalate the example to your Team Manager or above with the following details:
    • Order number
    • MSISDN + BAN
    • Device make + model
    • Estimated ship date
  4. Team Manager: See Frontline experience escalations.
PartiallySAPBackOrderAll or part of the order is Backordered.​
PartiallyOnHoldThe payment card has been declined.See Payment was declined.
In ProgressThe order has been created.
  • Provide most recent Estimated Ship Date. This can be found on the Order Details screen, under Shipping info tile.
  • Leave Order notes with action taken.
  • If 24 hours have passed since the last estimated ship date and there is no tracking number, then look up the order in the CCUT to confirm there is no tracking information.
    If there is no tracking shown in CCUT, escalate the example to your Team Manager or above with the following details:
    • Order number
    • MSISDN + BAN
    • Device make + model
    • Estimated ship datexxx
  • Team Manager: See Frontline experience escalations.
ShippedOrder has been shipped.See UPS status & tracking details.
Running
Being ProcessedOrder has not been shipped.
  1. Check when the order was originally completed.
  2. Upgrades: If it has been more than 48 hours since the order was placed.
    1. Review System Issues to identify any known issues related to orders:
    2. File a Service Desk ticket.
  3. Warranty exchange: If it has been more than 7 days, see Warranty order issues.
  4. Provide the Most Recent Estimated Ship Date on the order.
    • Do not use the Original estimated shipping date, this may be outdated.
    • The customer will receive update notifications.
  5. Check the Call Status field in the Credit Card Update Tool.
  6. Send customer a link to Check Order Status.
Pending
Mis-Shipped
OrderPlacedESDChangeOrder is open and Estimated Ship Date has changed.Advise the customer of the new ship date.
Cancelled

Order has been cancelled.

  • The customer was not charged.
  • The order will not be shipped.
  1. Verify the order has been cancelled in the Credit Card Update Tool.
    Note: Service Partners must access via Citrix, or a browser window opened via Atlas.
  2. If needed, use the account memos to research the cancellation.
  3. Orders may be cancelled due to:
    • Customer request
    • e-Signature not signed by customer
    • Payment was declined
  4. A new order will be needed if the customer wants to purchase the equipment.
CompletedOrder has been completedReview Order Lookup for complete details of the order.

 

StatusWhat it meansNext steps

Created

The order has been created. 

For order starting with 710

  • Provide most recent Estimated Ship Date.
  • This can be found on the Order Details screen, under Shipping info tile.
  • Leave Order notes with action taken.


For return orders starting with AC

A return has been initiated and T-Mobile has not received back the equipment that needs to be returned. 

Exception: SIM only return orders will always be in created status. When the return is initiated, T-Mobile issues the refund to the bank automatically. The customer doesn’t need to return the SIM.

In ProgressThe order has been created.
  • Provide most recent Estimated Ship Date. This can be found on the Order Details screen, under the Shipping Info tile.
  • Leave Order notes with action taken.
  • If 24 hours have passed since the last estimated ship date and there is no tracking number, escalate the example to your Team Manager or above with the following details:
    • Order number
    • MSISDN + BAN
    • Device make + model
    • Estimated ship date
  • Team Manager: See Frontline experience escalations.
OnHoldThe payment card has been declined.
ReadyToShipThe order is complete and preparing for shipment.
  • Provide most recent Estimated Ship Date. 
  • This can be found on the Order Details screen, under the Shipping Info tile.
  • Leave Order notes with action taken.
ShippedUPS has picked up the order.
Attempted DeliveryUPS attempted delivery.
Delivered

UPS completed delivery

Partially ReturnedPart of a multi-device order has been returned.
ReturnedThe order has been returned.
Cancelled

Order has been cancelled.

  • The customer was not charged.
  • The order will not be shipped.
  1. Use the Order number to locate the order in the Credit Card Update Tool.
    Note: Service Partners must access via Citrix, or a browser window opened via Atlas.
  2. Go to the Sales tab.
  3. Verify the order is in Cancelled status in Order Status field.
  4. If needed, use the Order Lookup Notes  to research the cancellation.
  5. Orders may be cancelled due to:
    • Customer request
    • Payment was declined
  6. Follow instructions for next steps.
  7. Customer may be able to place a new order.
  8. Leave Order notes with action taken.
SAPBackOrderThe order is on backorder.
  • Provide most recent Estimated Ship Date. 
  • This can be found on the Order Details screen, under the Shipping Info tile.
  • Leave Order notes with action taken.
CompletedOrder has been processedReview Order Lookup for complete details of the order.

  1. Access DASH via the icon or by visiting https://dash.t-mobile.com.
  2. Look up the order number or account.
  3. Complete verification:
    • Existing Customer Verification in Atlas
    • New Customer verification in DASH 
      Exception: Order Status: Work In Progress verification 
    • DASH Order Lookup for existing accounts requires account verification to access order details. 
      • Permissioned users (Care Coaches and above) are able to bypass.
        Exception: Tentative BANs can be opened/viewed in Order Lookup before authorization.
  4. Once you have located the order, review the status.
  5. Follow next steps:
Status
What it meansNext steps
ShippedThe order has been shipped.See UPS status & tracking details.
Processing error codeThere is an issue with the order.
  1. Identify the number or error code on the order.
  2. See Alerts, errors, and recent fixes: DASH.
  3. Use CTRL+F on your keyboard to search the error code or message.
  4. Complete steps provided for error.

CC Authorization Fail

The order payment was rejected.
  1. In DASH, look up the order.
  2. Click the Update Payment Details button.
  3. Verify the account PIN/Passcode, and click Confirm.
  4. Update the credit card information.
  5. Click Submit.


If customer says the payment was processed by their bank:

  1. Check in the SAP tool the:
    • The Due today and WCS order total match.
    • The TAX and TAX UI already match.
    • The Net and Net value UA match.
    • The order is blocked
    • Delivery block: Signature Pending
  2. Open a DASH Ticket.
    1. Note the ticket number in DASH and Atlas.
    2. Set the expectation that it will take 3-5 days for the ticket.
  3. Review email notification and see ServiceNow tickets.
    • Email shows ticket has been resolved:
      1. Check the order status.
      2. If resolved, check shipping information, and call customer to provide tracking number.
      3. If not resolved, it will fall into another order queue and call customer to see if a replacement order is processed or a new order needs to be placed.
    • Email shows ticket is in progress:
      • Status Update: Do not contact the customer until resolved or closed.
    • Emails shows ticket is closed:
      1. Ticket is being transferred to a master ticket.
      2. Notification is sent to submitter that the ticket has been closed.
      3. Follow up with the customer and educate on resolution.
SAP CC DeclineThe order payment was rejected.See Declined payments: Equipment orders to review and update order payment method.

Canceled

Order has been cancelled.

  • The customer was not charged.
  • The order will not be shipped.
  1. Use the DASH Order number to locate the order in the Credit Card Update Tool.
    Note: Service Partners must access via Citrix or a browser window opened via Atlas.
  2. Go to the Sales tab.
  3. Verify the order is in Cancelled status in Order Status field.
  4. If needed, use the DASH order notes or account memos to research the cancellation.
  5. Orders may be cancelled due to:
    • Customer request
    • e-Signature not signed by customer
    • Payment was declined
  6. Follow instructions for next steps.
  7. Customer may be able to place a new order.
EIP PendingThe EIP agreement has not been signed.Customer needs to complete e-signature agreement. See e-Signatures for more information.
SubmittedThe order is complete and preparing for shipment.

If the order was placed:

  • Less than 48 hours ago: Provide Estimated Ship Date on the order.
  • More than 48 hours ago: Engage WTS Offline.
Order QueuedOrder has been delayed by the system.

The “Order Queued” status is by design. The status will update automatically within 2 hours.

If the order was submitted more than 2 hours ago, verify the order shows in the Credit Card Update Tool.

  • No: Open an incident ticket in DASH to have the order canceled, then rekey the order.
  • Yes: Provide Estimated Ship Date on the order.
Returned
Customer has Returned their device to T-Mobile.
Work in ProgressThe order is missing information.

The order needs to be updated. See Work in Progress orders: DASH.

Order verificationOrder is being reviewed by Consumer Protection.
  • The order will be updated within 24 hours.
  • See DASH order verification.
Order verification failure
The order was cancelled.
  • Review the account and DASH Order memos.
  • The customer will receive an email advising them of next steps.
  • The customer will need to visit a T-Mobile store and show identification to place a new order.
BackorderedAll or part of the order is Backordered
  1. Use the Credit Card Update Tool to confirm the status of the device order and determine next steps.
    Note: Service Partners must access via Citrix or a browser window opened via Atlas.
  2. Provide the Most Recent Estimated Ship Date on the order.
    Note: Do not use the original estimated shipping date as this may be outdated.
  3. From New customer onboarding:
    • Advise the customer of the notifications when updates are available.
    • Send the customer a link to Check Order Status.
SAP Submit HoldThe order is complete and preparing for shipment.If the order was placed:
  • Less than 48 hours ago: Provide Estimated Ship Date on the order.
  • More than 48 hours ago: Engage WTS Offline.
SAP Reject

  1. Access the Credit Card Update Tool to perform the following:
    • Modify credit card information on an order with a declined credit card.
    • Cancel an order when in open or backorder status.
    • Confirm the status of a device order.
  2. Log in with your NT login and password.
    • Service Partners: Access via Citrix or a browser window opened via Atlas.
    • Microsoft Edge: Open the Credit Card Update Tool.
  3. Enter the order number in the Device Order Number field.
  4. Select Search.
  5. Review order information on the Sales tab.
  6. Confirm you have the correct order.
  7. Use the table below to determine next steps:
FieldStatusWhat it meansNext steps
Payment Card DeclinedYesPayment was not successful, the order has not been shipped.
NoThe credit card has not been declined.Review both the Call Field status and Order status to determine next steps.
Order StatusReady to shipThe order will ship within 24 hours.
  • Review the order for more details.
  • Provide tracking and notification information.
Ready to Drop at WH

Inventory has been assigned.

The order is scheduled to be shipped within two business days.

CancelledThe order failed.
  • Review the account memos for more information and order history.
  • Orders in this status cannot be modified.
  • Start a new order if the customer still wants to purchase the equipment.
BackorderInventory is not currently available for this order.Look up the most recent Estimated Shipping Date (ESD), and provide it to the customer.
  • If the ESD has elapsed with no new date, escalate to Team Manager or above.
  • If the ESD for the backordered product is showing in-stock/available in the DASH/Atlas, escalate to Team Manager or above.
  • Team Manager: See Care Customer Experience escalations.
Call statusNot relevantThe card has been validated but the customer has not been charged for the order.
External System ReachedResponse Received: A charge has been attempted and the banking institution has responded.The payment card needs to be updated, even though the Payment Card Declined status is No. See Declined Payments: Equipment Orders to update the payment card.
TSafeError-Alias not foundThe credit card information was not encrypted at the time of the order.
  • Call the help desk to have a ticket filed under the CCUT category and assign to SAP O2C.
  • Coaches: See Support ticket guidelines: Coaches.
ERROR: Dup Payment Orderid: (Order number)A duplicate charge was attempted and prevented the original payment from being completed.

StatusWhat it meansNext steps
EIP processing errorThe order was not completed after e-Signature.
  • Verify if the customer has completed the E-Signature.
  • DASH orders: The order may need to be rekeyed.
Esig Invocation Status
EIP Disclosure errorThe e-Signature needs to be resent to the customer.See e-Signatures.
EIP submittedThe order is processing.

If the order has not shipped, check the Call Status field in the Credit Card Update Tool.

EIP signature pending

The customer has not signed the e-Signature for the order.

See e-Signatures​ to:

  • Help the customer sign their finance agreement.
  • Resend the e-Signature request.
EIP e-Signature expired

The order has been cancelled.

  • The customer did not sign the financing agreement.
  • A new order will need to be placed:
    • New Activations
    • Upgrade orders: Care
EIP Signature Complete

Order is complete.

If the order has not shipped, check the Call Status field in the Credit Card Update Tool.

EIP Pending ShipmentThe order is pending shipment to the customer. The plan status changes to Active-Shipped upon shipment. 
  • Use the order number from the EIP EC Summary to look up the order and provide basic order details to the customer.
  • Confirm the estimated ship dates.
  • If you’re unable to locate the order in Order Lookup or in the Credit Card Update Tool (CCUT):
    • The order has failed to process correctly.
    • Review Frontline system issues to determine if there is a known issue.
    • Work with the customer to replace the order.

Order not found

  1. Check all systems below that you are able to access.
  2. Probe to determine the purchase type:
    • For device protection claims, refer the customer to Assurant.
    • If the customer purchased the equipment In-Store, refer them to the point of purchase.
  3. Ask the customer if they have the order number from:
    • A T-Mobile order notification (email)
    • Store receipt
  4. Determine if the order was placed on a different account.
    • If available, order numbers can be searched in the Credit Card Update Tool.
    • Order details and change requests, including returns, cannot be placed on unverified accounts.
  5. Review Frontline system issues to determine if there is a known issue. 
  6. Engage your supervisor to determine next steps.
    • If the customer has an order number, but the order doesn’t appear in Order Lookup or the Credit Card Update Tool, consider it a failed order. Work with the customer to replace it.
    • If the customer does not have an order number, report the issue in the Feedback Portal in Atlas.

 

Shipping carrier status & tracking

  1. Access the order in Tools > Order Lookup Tool.
  2. Click the tracking number under Shipping Information.
  3. Refer to the UPS Shipping Status or FedEx tracking dropdowns below

  1. Log in to DASH, and look up the order.
  2. If order starts with 74, add 92 to the front and use UPS.com to track the order.
  3. For package redirects, check UPS package shipping redirects.
  4. Click Track Order (you'll be redirected to UPS website).
  5. Refer to the UPS Shipping Status dropdown below.

  1. If tracking number is invalid on ups.com, use https://www.ups-mi.net/packageID/.
  2. Track UPS by mobile number:
    1. Locate the More Ways To Track box and click the Track by Reference Number link. The track by reference window appears.
    2. Enter MSISDN in the Reference Number field.
    3. Enter the Ship Date Range and select the checkbox at the bottom of the form to agree to the UPS Terms and Conditions.
    4. Click the Track button.
  3. Other carrier tracking:
    • USPS: Hawaii, Alaska, and other shipping exception orders
    • FedEx: Puerto Rico orders
  4. Provide the customer with their UPS shipment status and delivery information.

Order notifications to customers

  • Customers cannot opt out of email notifications during the order submission.
  • Postpaid accounts can opt out of future email notifications.
  • Order notifications are not available for Business, Government or MVNO accounts.
  • Notification language preferences may be set to English or Spanish.
  • Spanish is the default language for Puerto Rico and My T-Mobile language preferences are set to Spanish.
  • Order notifications are saved for 60 days before being deleted.

  • Order canceled
  • Order created
  • Order delivered
  • Order not completed
  • Order shipped
  • Attempted delivery
  • Buyer's remorse item received (activation returns)
  • Out of stock
  • Payment card declined
  • Warranty return order received

  1. Access Atlas > Tools > Order Look Up.
  2. Query the Handset Order Form by Order # .
  3. Click the appropriate order.
  4. Verify SMS Location and Language Preference are properly set.
  5. Click Resend under Order notification to resend the Order Status Notification. Notification History is available for 90 days after orders are submitted.
  6. Advise customers active order status can be tracked through the following:
    • My T-Mobile
    • SIVR
    • T-Life app

Puerto Rico device orders

Device orders for Puerto Rico are now available in Salesforce, Account Hub, and BOSS. Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands are not supported in Inseego or Enidus.

See below for each supported system and the corresponding order steps.

SystemSteps
BOSS

Navigate to Create Order > Create Package and select Ship to PR/VI next to the Package Details.

For additional details, see Ship To Puerto Rico TFB FAQs

Account HubOn the Shop Catalog screen, select Display Items Available for Shipping to Puerto Rico & U.S. Virgin Islands
SalesforceOn the New Opportunity screen, select Ship to Puerto Rico / US Virgin Islands.