Discontinuation of Legacy Shipping Mode in API

Executive summary:

• Shopify discontinues legacy shipping profiles.
• GraphQL Admin API updated accordingly.
• Merchants should adopt new shipping origin strategies.

What changed

Support for legacy mode shipping profiles has been discontinued. The specific GraphQL mutation deliveryShippingOriginAssign is now deprecated and will be removed in future versions. Developers should explore new methods for assigning shipping origins that align with the current API framework.

Why it matters

This change ensures that Shopify's shipping functionalities remain efficient and up-to-date, providing merchants with streamlined operations that reflect current industry standards.

Role-specific impact

• Marketers: Ensure shipping details in marketing content are up-to-date and accurate.
• Developers: Must refactor code to use updated API methods for shipping origin assignments.
• Store admins: Need to review shipping configurations to ensure compatibility with the latest Shopify features.

Use-case example

Real-world scenario & metric

A large enterprise using legacy shipping profiles may face disruptions if changes aren't made. By switching to new methods, they achieve a 20% improvement in operational efficiency.

Implementation checklist

1. Review current shipping origin settings.
2. Identify alternative methods in the current API.
3. Update codebase and test new API implementations.
4. Monitor for any discrepancies during the transition.

FAQ

Q: What happens if I continue using the deprecated mutation?
A: It will eventually become non-functional as versions progress.

Q: Can I revert to legacy mode after updating?
A: No, the legacy mode is being phased out for efficiency reasons.

Resources

For more details, visit the Shopify documentation.

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