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0. IntroductionThis specification provides the definition of the Purchase Order Change Message to be used in Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) between partners involved in administration, commerce and transport. 1. Scope1.1. Functional DefinitionA message from the buyer to the seller, specifying details of the buyer's request to change a purchase order. 1.2. Field of ApplicationThe UN Standard Purchase Order Change Message may be applied for both national and international trade. It is based on universal commercial practice and is not dependent on the type of business or industry. 1.3. PrinciplesA buyer may request to change, or eventually cancel one or more goods items or services. A purchase order change request may refer to goods items or services related to one or more delivery schedules, call-offs, etc. A purchase order change request for cross-border transactions may contain additional information for customs and/or statistical purposes. A purchase order change request may contain details for transport and destination as well as delivery patterns. 2. ReferencesSee UNTDID, Part 4 Section 2.5 UN/ECE UNSM - General Introduction, Section 1. 3. Terms and DefinitionsSee UNTDID, Part 4, Section 2.5 UN/ECE UNSM - General Introduction, Section 2. 4. Message Definition4.1. Data Segment ClarificationThis section should be read in conjunction with the Branching Diagram and the Segment Table which indicate mandatory, conditional and repeating requirements. 0010 UNH, Message headerA service segment starting and uniquely identifying a message. The message type code for the UN Purchase Order Change Message is 'ORDCHG'. Note : Purchase Order Change messages conforming to this document must contain the following data in UNH, composite S009 : Data element 0065 ORDCHG 0052 D 0054 93A 0051 UN 0020 BGM, Beginning of messageA segment by which the sender must uniquely identify the order change by means of its number and when necessary its function. The Document/message name, coded must have the same code value as in the message for which the change is being made. 0030 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying general dates and, when relevant, times related to the whole order or order change message. The segment must be specified at least once to identify the order change date. Examples of the use of this DTM segment are: Lead times that apply to the whole of the order and, if no schedule is to be specified, the delivery date. The Date/time/period segment within other Segment group should be used whenever the date/time/period requires to be logically related to another specified data item. e.g. schedule dates are specified within Segment group 47. 0040 PAI, Payment instructionsA segment changing conditions of payment, guarantee and method of payment for the whole order. An example of the use of this segment is to specify that a documentary credit will be used. 0050 ALI, Additional informationA segment indicating special conditions related to the total order change owing to origin, customs preference, or other commercial factors. 0060 IMD, Item descriptionA segment providing a description common to all line items of the order change. 0070 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, used when additional information is needed but cannot be accommodated within other segments. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 0080 Segment Group 1: RFF-DTMA group of segments for giving references and where necessary, their dates, relating to the whole message, e.g. contract number, import/export license number, reservation number. 0090 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the reference by its number and where appropriate a line number within that document. 0100 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date/time related to the reference. 0110 Segment Group 2: NAD-LOC-FII-SG3-SG4-SG5A group of segments identifying the parties with associated information. 0120 NAD, Name and addressA segment identifying names and addresses of the parties, in coded or clear form, and their functions relevant to the order change. Identification of the seller and buyer parties is mandatory for the order change message. It is recommended that where possible only the coded form of the party ID should be specified. i.e. The Buyer and Seller are known to each other, and only the coded format is required. Consignee or Delivery addresses may vary and would have to be completely specified, preferably in structured format. 0130 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment giving more specific locations of the party specified in the NAD segment e.g. internal site/building number. 0140 FII, Financial institution informationA segment identifying the financial institution (e.g. bank) and relevant account numbers for the seller, buyer and where necessary other parties. e.g. the buyer may provide a choice of financial institutions for direct debit purposes. 0150 Segment Group 3: RFF-DTMA group of segments giving references only relevant to the specified party rather than the whole order change. 0160 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the reference by its number and where appropriate a line number within a document. 0170 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date and/or time related to the reference. 0180 Segment Group 4: DOC-DTMA group of segments identifying documentary requirements. 0190 DOC, Document/message detailsA segment identifying and providing information relating to the documents required by the party specified in the NAD segment. For example, the party may require a Certificate of Analysis. 0200 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date and/or time of the document. 0210 Segment Group 5: CTA-COMA group of segments giving contact details of the specific person or department within the party identified in the NAD segment. 0220 CTA, Contact informationA segment to identify a person or department, and their function, to whom communications should be directed. 0230 COM, Communication contactA segment to identify a communications type and number for the contact specified in the CTA segment. 0240 Segment Group 6: TAX-MOA-LOCA group of segments specifying tax related information, and when necessary, the location(s) to which that tax information relates. 0250 TAX, Duty/tax/fee detailsA segment specifying a tax type, category and rate, or exemption, relating to the whole order change e.g. Value Added Tax at the standard rate is applicable for all items 0260 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying the amount for the identified duty/tax/fee. 0270 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment indicating the location to which the tax or exemption specified in the TAX segment applies, e.g. city or state or country. 0280 Segment Group 7: CUX-PCD-DTMA group of segments specifying the currencies and related dates/periods valid for the whole order change. Currency data may be omitted in national applications but will be required for international transactions. 0290 CUX, CurrenciesA segment identifying the currencies required in the order change, e.g. the order currency. A rate of exchange may be given to convert a reference currency into a target currency. 0300 PCD, Percentage detailsA segment specifying the fluctuation beyond those limits will allow one or either party to re-negotiate prices 0310 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date/time/period related to the rate of exchange. 0320 Segment Group 8: PAT-DTM-PCD-MOAA group of segments specifying the terms of payment applicable for the whole order change. 0330 PAT, Payment terms basisA segment identifying the payment terms and date/time basis 0340 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment giving the specific date/time/period, if needed, of any payments, discounts, installments etc. 0350 PCD, Percentage detailsA segment specifying the discount, interest, penalty as well as installment percentage. 0360 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying amounts related to payment discounts, penalties or installments. 0370 Segment Group 9: TDT-SG10A group of segments identifying the mode and means of transport, location and relevant dates and times for transportation, relating to the whole order change. 0380 TDT, Details of transportA segment specifying the mode, means and identification of the transport for the goods being ordered. 0390 Segment Group 10: LOC-DTMA group of segments giving the location and date/time/period information relative to the transportation. 0400 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment identifying locations relevant to the transport specified in the TDT segment. e.g. place of departure or border crossing point. 0410 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment identifying the date/time/period details of departure and/or arrival of the transported goods for the specified location. 0420 Segment Group 11: TOD-LOCA group of segments indicating the terms of delivery for the whole order change. 0430 TOD, Terms of deliveryA segment identifying the delivery terms to be used. e.g. UN/ECE INCOTERMS codes can be used to specify the delivery terms. 0440 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment identifying locations relevant to the delivery terms specified in the TOD segment. 0450 Segment Group 12: PAC-MEA-SG13A group of segments identifying the packaging, physical dimensions and marks and numbers for goods referenced by the whole order change. 0460 PAC, PackageA segment specifying the number and type of packages for the whole order change, e.g. number and type of pallets. 0470 MEA, MeasurementsA segment specifying physical measurements of packages described in the PAC segment, e.g. package length or weight. 0480 Segment Group 13: PCI-RFF-DTM-GINA group of segments specifying the markings and labels on individual physical units. 0490 PCI, Package identificationA segment specifying markings and labels used on individual physical units (packages) described in the PAC segment. 0500 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the master label number 0510 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the dates relevant to the package markings. 0520 GIN, Goods identity numberA segment identifying the number or ranges of numbers for use with the package markings. 0530 Segment Group 14: EQD-HAN-MEA-FTXA group of segments providing information relating to equipment identification and ownership, handling and identification of hazardous materials, relating to the whole order change. 0540 EQD, Equipment detailsA segment to define information regarding equipment to be used in conjunction with the whole order change, and if required, to indicate responsibility for supplying of the equipment. 0550 HAN, Handling instructionsA segment providing information on required handling of materials and additionally, if required, identifying hazardous materials in the whole order change. 0560 MEA, MeasurementsA segment providing measurement information for the equipment. 0570 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, used when additional information is needed but cannot be accommodated within other segments. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 0580 Segment Group 15: SCC-FTX-RFF-SG16A group of segments specifying requested delivery schedules relating to quantities, frequencies, dates and references, required for the whole order change 0590 SCC, Scheduling conditionsA segment specifying the type and status of the schedule being given, and optionally defining a pattern to be established, e.g. firm or proposed delivery schedule for a weekly pattern. 0600 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, to give further clarification to scheduling instructions. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 0610 RFF, ReferenceA segment for specifying the reference for a schedule. 0620 Segment Group 16: QTY-DTMA group of segments to specify the scheduled quantities, date/time/period of the schedule. 0630 QTY, QuantityA segment to specify pertinent quantities relating to the schedule and pattern established in the SCC segment, i.e. delivery quantity. 0640 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment indicating the date/time/period details relating to the quantity, e.g. start and end dates for a delivery pattern, or delivery window. 0650 Segment Group 17: API-DTM-RNGA group of segments providing information concerning pricing related to the type of trade, and, where appropriate, indication of quantities, dates/periods or amounts. 0660 API, Additional price informationA segment to identify additional pricing information such as a price multiplier, the class or type of trade and additionally identifying the reason for any changes. 0670 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment to identify the date/time/period information related to the price change. e.g. period of validity. 0680 RNG, Range detailsA segment to identify the quantity or amount ranges to which the additional price information applies. 0690 Segment Group 18: ALC-ALI-DTM-SG19-SG20-SG21-SG22-SG23A group of segments specifying allowances and charges for the whole order change. The allowance or charge specified within this Segment group may either relate to the total order change in which case it cannot be overridden at detail level, or it can relate to the line items as a default allowance/charge and can be overridden by the ALC Segment group within the Detail section. Where relevant, additional information, tax and alternate currency details are to be indicated in the TAX and MOA segments. The allowance/charge may be a quantity, a percentage, an amount or a rate an-done of the Segment group 19-22 should be used accordingly. 0700 ALC, Allowance or chargeA segment identifying the charge or allowance and, where necessary its calculation sequence. 0710 ALI, Additional informationA segment indicating that the allowance or charge specified is subject to special conditions owing to origin, customs preference or commercial factors. 0720 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment to identify the date/time/period information related to the allowance or charge, e.g. period of validity. 0730 Segment Group 19: QTY-RNGA group of segments specifying the quantity of the allowance or charge with its measure unit specifier. A range to which the allowance or charge applies may be specified, e.g. an allowance of a free quantity of 20 pieces may be specified if the goods quantity ordered is greater than 1000 pieces. 0740 QTY, QuantityA segment identifying the type of quantity and the quantity related to the allowance or charge. 0750 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, the range to which the allowance or charge applies. 0760 Segment Group 20: PCD-RNGA group of segments specifying the percentage for the allowance or charge, e.g. The allowance/charge amount is calculated as 5% of the goods value or a price reduction of 5% may be specified if the goods quantity ordered is within the range of 5 tons to 10 tons. 0770 PCD, Percentage detailsA segment identifying the percentage and the percentage basis for the calculation of the allowance or charge. 0780 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, a range for the application of the percentage. 0790 Segment Group 21: MOA-RNGA group of segments specifying a monetary amount for an allowance or charge. A range to which the allowance or charge applies can be specified, e.g. an allowance of 5000 BEF may be specified if goods value ordered is greater than 100000 BEF. 0800 MOA, Monetary amountA segment identifying monetary amounts for the allowance or charge. 0810 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, a range for the application of the allowance/charge amount. 0820 Segment Group 22: RTE-RNGA group of segments specifying the rate per unit and basis to which the allowance or charge applies, e.g. The allowance/charge amount is 3 DEM per 10 tons. 0830 RTE, Rate detailsA segment specifying the rate per unit and the basis for calculation. 0840 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, the range for the application of the allowance/charge rate. 0850 Segment Group 23: TAX-MOAA group of segments specifying tax related information for the allowance or charge. 0860 TAX, Duty/tax/fee detailsA segment specifying the duty/tax/fee type, category and rate, or exemption, related to the allowance or charge. 0870 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying the tax amount for the allowance or charge. 0880 Segment Group 24: RCS-RFF-DTM-FTXA group of segments identifying any rules, laws or regulations with which the supplier must comply, e.g. building regulations and safety requirements. 0890 RCS, Requirements and conditionsA segment to specify rules, laws and regulations. 0900 RFF, ReferenceA segment giving additional document reference by its number and, where appropriate, a line number. 0910 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment indicating the date/time details relating to the references. 0920 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, used when additional information is needed but cannot be accommodated within other segments. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 0930 Segment Group 25: LIN-PIA-IMD-MEA-QTY-PCD-ALI-DTM-MOA-GIN-GIR-QVA-DOC-PAI-FTX-SG26-SG27-SG28-SG29-SG32-SG33-SG34-SG38-SG44-SG46-SG47-SG48-SG50 A group of segments providing details of the individual line items. This Segment group may be repeated to give sub-line details. 0940 LIN, Line itemA segment identifying the line item with the line number and configuration level, and additionally, identifying the product or service ordered. Other product identification numbers, e.g. Buyer product number, etc., can be specified within the following PIA segment. The D.E. 1229 has to be used. 0950 PIA, Additional product idA segment providing either additional identification of the product specified in the LIN segment (e.g. Harmonized System number), or provides any substitute product identification. 0960 IMD, Item descriptionA segment for describing the product or service being ordered as well as product characteristic. This segment should be used for products or services that cannot be fully identified by a product code or item number. 0970 MEA, MeasurementsA segment enabling the physical measurements of the ordered item to be specified where this is required for full identification of the product. Any measurements must refer to the product in its unpacked form. e.g. thickness of plastic film, length, weight, etc. 0980 QTY, QuantityA segment identifying a quantity as specified by the Action Code Request. 0990 PCD, Percentage detailsA segment specifying the strength or yield of a product as a percentage, e.g. 80% to indicate the strength of an acid. 1000 ALI, Additional informationA segment indicating that the line item is subject to special conditions owing to origin, customs preference, embargo regulations or others commercial factors 1010 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying date/time/period details relating to the line item. 1020 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying any monetary amounts relating to the line item, e.g. item amount, insurance value, customs value. 1030 GIN, Goods identity numberA segment providing identity numbers to be applied to the goods being ordered, e.g. serial numbers for assembled equipment. 1040 GIR, Related identification numbersA segment providing sets of related identification numbers for a line item, e.g. engine numbers, chassis number and transmission number for a vehicle. 1050 QVA, Quantity variancesA segment identifying order quantity variances. 1060 DOC, Document/message detailsA segment to indicate that certificate/declaration of origin is required for the ordered article 1070 PAI, Payment instructionsA segment to indicate that where a central buyer is purchasing on behalf of different consignees, the means of payment may differ for each item/consignee combination as specified in segment group 25 1080 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, used when additional information is needed but cannot be accommodated within other segments. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 1090 Segment Group 26: PAT-DTM-PCD-MOAA group of segments specifying the terms of payment applicable for the line item. This may be used by a central buyer purchasing on behalf of different item consignee combinations. 1100 PAT, Payment terms basisA segment identifying the payment terms and date/time basis. 1110 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment giving the specific date/time/period, if needed, of any payments, discounts, installments etc. 1120 PCD, Percentage detailsA segment specifying the discount, interest, penalty as well as installment percentage. 1130 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying amounts related to payment discounts, penalties or installments. 1140 Segment Group 27: PRI-CUX-API-DTM-RNGA group of segments identifying the relevant pricing information for the goods or services ordered. 1150 PRI, Price detailsA segment to specify the price type and amount. The price used in the calculation of the line amount will be identified as 'Unit Price'. 1160 CUX, CurrenciesA segment to allow to specify the price in a different currency that the segment group 7. 1170 API, Additional price informationA segment to identify pricing information such as a price multiplier, the class or type of trade and additionally identifying the reason for any changes. 1180 RNG, Range detailsA segment to identify the range (quantity, amount, etc.) to which the additional price information applies. 1190 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment to identify the date/time/period information related to the price change. e.g. period of validity. 1200 Segment Group 28: RFF-DTMA group of segments giving references and where necessary, their dates, relating to the line item. 1210 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the reference by its number and where appropriate a line number within that document. 1220 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date/time related to the reference. 1230 Segment Group 29: PAC-MEA-QTY-DTM-SG30-SG31A group of segments identifying the packaging, physical dimensions, and marks and numbers for goods referenced in the line item. 1240 PAC, PackageA segment specifying the number of packages and the physical type of packaging for the line item, e.g. pallet type. 1250 MEA, MeasurementsA segment specifying physical measurements of packages described in the PAC segment. e.g. cube or gross weight. 1260 QTY, QuantityA segment specifying the maximum quantity number of packages which can be stacked safely one on top of another and/or the number of items normally contained within the package. 1270 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment to indicate the validity period in relation to the specified article. 1280 Segment Group 30: RFF-DTMA segment group to give reference to e.g. a packing instruction document relevant to a particular package type and its date/time/period of issue. 1290 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the packing instruction document. 1300 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the dates relevant to the referenced document. 1310 Segment Group 31: PCI-RFF-DTM-GINA group of segments specifying the markings and labels on individual physical units. 1320 PCI, Package identificationA segment specifying markings and labels used on individual physical units (packages) described in the PAC segment. 1330 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the master label number 1340 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the dates relevant to the package markings. 1350 GIN, Goods identity numberA segment identifying the number or ranges of numbers for use with the package markings. 1360 Segment Group 32: LOC-QTY-DTMA group of segments specifying destination and quantity details for consignments involving multi-destination deliveries. 1370 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment indicating the location to which part of the consignment is to be delivered. 1380 QTY, QuantityA segment specifying the quantity to be delivered to the identified location. 1390 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the dates and/or times that the delivery should be made. 1400 Segment Group 33: TAX-MOA-LOCA group of segments specifying duty/tax/fee related information, and when necessary, the location(s) to which that information relates. 1410 TAX, Duty/tax/fee detailsA segment specifying a duty/tax/fee type, category and rate, or exemption, relating to the line it 1420 MOA, Monetary amountduty/tax/fee. 1430 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment indicating the location to which the tax or exemption specified in the TAX segment applies, e.g. city or state tax. 1440 Segment Group 34: NAD-LOC-SG35-SG36-SG37A group of segments identifying the parties with associated information, relevant to the line item only. 1450 NAD, Name and addressA segment identifying names and addresses of the parties, in coded or clear form, and their functions relevant to the order. 1460 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment giving more specific location information of the party specified in the NAD segment e.g. internal site/building number. 1470 Segment Group 35: RFF-DTMA group of segments giving references only relevant to the specified party. 1480 RFF, ReferenceA segment identifying the reference by its number and where appropriate a line number within a document. 1490 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date and/or time related to the reference. 1500 Segment Group 36: DOC-DTMA group of segments identifying the documentary requirements of the specified party. 1510 DOC, Document/message detailsA segment identifying and providing information relating to the documents required by the party specified by the NAD segment. For example, the party may require a Certificate of Analysis. 1520 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment specifying the date and/or time of the document. 1530 Segment Group 37: CTA-COMA group of segments giving contact details of the specific person or department within the party identified in the NAD segment. 1540 CTA, Contact informationA segment to identify a person or department to whom communications should be directed. 1550 COM, Communication contactA segment to identify a communications type a 2nd number for the contact specified in the CTA segment. 1560 Segment Group 38: ALC-ALI-DTM-SG39-SG40-SG41-SG42-SG43A group of segments specifying allowances and charges for the line item. 1570 ALC, Allowance or chargeA segment identifying the charge or allowance and, where necessary its calculation sequence. 1580 ALI, Additional informationA segment indicating that the allowance or charge specified is subject to special conditions owing to origin, customs preference or commercial factors. 1590 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment to identify the date/time/period information related to the allowance or charge, e.g. period of validity. 1600 Segment Group 39: QTY-RNGA group of segments specifying the quantity of the allowance or charge with its measure unit specifier. A range to which the allowance or charge applies may be specified, e.g. an allowance of a free quantity of 20 pieces may be specified if the goods quantity ordered is greater than 1000 pieces. 1610 QTY, QuantityA segment identifying the type of quantity and the quantity related to the allowance or charge. 1620 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, the range to which the allowance or charge applies. 1630 Segment Group 40: PCD-RNGA group of segments specifying the percentage for the allowance or charge, e.g. The allowance/charge amount is calculated as 5% of the goods value or a price reduction of 5% may be specified if the goods quantity ordered is within the range 5 tons to 10 tons. 1640 PCD, Percentage detailsA segment identifying the percentage and the percentage basis for the calculation of the allowance or charge. 1650 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, a range for the application of the percentage. 1660 Segment Group 41: MOA-RNGA group of segments specifying a monetary amount for an allowance or charge and a range to which the allowance or charge applies, e.g. an allowance of 5000 BEF may be specified if goods value ordered is greater than 100000 BEF. 1670 MOA, Monetary amountA segment identifying the monetary amount for the allowance or charge. 1680 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, a range for the application of the allowance/charge amount. 1690 Segment Group 42: RTE-RNGA group of segments specifying the rate per unit and basis to which the allowance or charge applies, e.g. The allowance/charge amount is 3 DEM per 10 tons. 1700 RTE, Rate detailsA segment specifying the rate per unit and the basis for calculation. 1710 RNG, Range detailsA segment specifying, if required, the range for the application of the allowance/charge rate. 1720 Segment Group 43: TAX-MOAA group of segments specifying duty/tax/fee related information for the allowance or charge. 1730 TAX, Duty/tax/fee detailsA segment specifying the duty/tax/fee type, category and rate, or exemption, related to the allowance or charge. 1740 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying the duty/tax/fee amount for the allowance or charge. 1750 Segment Group 44: TDT-SG45A group of segments identifying the mode and means of transport, location and relevant dates and times for transportation. 1760 TDT, Details of transportA segment specifying the mode, means and identification of the transport for the goods item being ordered, where this is different from or not specified within the heading section. 1770 Segment Group 45: LOC-DTMA group of segments giving the location and date/time information relative to the transportation. 1780 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment identifying locations relevant to the transport specified in the TDT segment. 1790 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment identifying the date/time details of departure and/or arrival of the transported goods for the specified location. 1800 Segment Group 46: TOD-LOCA group of segments indicating the terms of delivery for the line item. 1810 TOD, Terms of deliveryA segment identifying the delivery terms requested. 1820 LOC, Place/location identificationA segment identifying locations relevant to the delivery terms specified in the TOD segment. 1830 Segment Group 47: EQD-HAN-MEA-FTXA group of segments providing information relating to equipment identification and ownership, handling and notification of hazardous materials, relating to the line item. 1840 EQD, Equipment detailsA segment to define fixed information regarding equipment to be used in conjunction with the ordered item, and if required, to indicate responsibility for supply of the equipment. 1850 HAN, Handling instructionsA segment providing information on required handling of materials and additionally, if required, identifying hazardous materials in the ordered item. 1860 MEA, MeasurementsA segment providing measurement information for the equipment. 1870 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, to give further clarification, when required, to the equipment and handling details. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 1880 Segment Group 48: SCC-FTX-RFF-SG49A group of segments specifying requested delivery schedules relating to quantities, frequencies, and dates, required for the line item. 1890 SCC, Scheduling conditionsA segment specifying the type and status of the schedule being given, and optionally defining a pattern to be established, e.g. firm or proposed delivery schedule for a weekly pattern. 1900 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, used when additional information is needed but cannot be accommodated within other segments. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. 1910 RFF, ReferenceA segment for specifying references relevant to a schedule. 1920 Segment Group 49: QTY-DTMA group of segments to specify the scheduled quantities, date/time/period of the schedule and where required the reference of the schedule. 1930 QTY, QuantityA segment to specify pertinent quantities relating to the schedule and pattern established in the SCC segment, i.e. delivery quantity. 1940 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment indicating the date/time details relating to the quantity and schedule details in the SCC/QTY segments. This segment may be repeated to indicate date/time ranges, e.g. start and end dates for a delivery pattern, or delivery window. 1950 Segment Group 50: RCS-RFF-DTM-FTXA group of segments identifying any rules, laws or regulations with which the supplier must comply, e.g. building regulations, safety requirements, etc. 1960 RCS, Requirements and conditionsA segment to specify industry or national rules, laws and regulation. 1970 RFF, ReferenceA segment giving additional document reference by its number and, where appropriate, a line number. 1980 DTM, Date/time/periodA segment indicating the date/time/period relating to the references. 1990 FTX, Free textA segment with free text information, in coded or clear form, used when additional information is needed but cannot be accommodated within other segments. In computer to computer exchanges such text will normally require the receiver to process this segment manually. UNS, Section control A service segment placed at the start of the summary section to avoid segment collision. 2000 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying the monetary amounts relating to the stages, e.g. amount amortised. 2010 CNT, Control totalA segment by which control totals may be provided. 2020 Segment Group 51: ALC-ALI-MOAA group of segments specifying allowances and charges totals for the order change. 2030 ALC, Allowance or chargeA segment identifying the charge or allowance type being summarised. 2040 ALI, Additional informationA segment indicating that allowance or charge specified is subject to special conditions owing to origin, customs preference or commercial factors. 2050 MOA, Monetary amountA segment specifying the summary amount for the allowance or charge. 2060 UNT, Message trailerA service segment ending a message, giving the total number of segments in the message and the control reference number of the message. 4.2. Message Structure4.2.1. Branching Diagram4.2.2. Segment Table
4.3. Data Segment Index (Alphabetic Sequence)
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