To use the UPS XML module for osCommerce you need to obtain some information from UPS. You will need:
-XML access key
-UPS shipping account number
-MyUPS account
The following instructions are current as of the time of this writing. UPS may change the layout of their site, in which case some links or other information may become outdated. If you find that these instructions do not match the UPS site please let us know.
Before you can obtain an XML key you will need to open a MyUPS account. Start here:
http://www.ups.com/
If you already have a username and password, sign in to your existing account. If not, click the “register” button to create a new account. You will need to provide some contact information and agree to some terms and conditions.
Once you are logged in to MyUPS, click on the “Business Solutions” tab. On the page that comes up, click on “OnLine Tools” then “Get OnLine Tools.” The tool you need for osCommerce is Rates and Services, click the link to get that tool. You will need to confirm or fill in some information, including your UPS account number.
If you do not have a UPS account you will need to open one now. NOTE: Depending on what options you select, UPS may suggest that you bill charges to a credit card rather than opening an account – but to use the online tool you must have a UPS account number. Even if you are not personally shipping packages (ie, you use a drop-shipping service or a separate shipping warehouse) you must have an account number to obtain the necessary keys and passwords. Later in the process, you will have the option to use a credit card as the payment method for your account if you prefer. You must, however, get a UPS account number for the shipping module to work properly.
When you complete the form for a developer’s key it will be sent to your registered email address. Make a note of your developer’s key, as you will need it to obtain your access key. Make sure you obtain an XML developer’s key for the Rates and Services tool.
Once you have all of the necessary information, send it on to your website administrator. The checklist of information is:
-UPS account number
-MyUPS username and password
-XML Access Key for Rates and Services