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General explanations |
5 |
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Replace |
6 |
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= |
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Confirmation |
7 |
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= |
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Duplicate |
9 |
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= |
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Original |
16 |
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= |
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Proposal |
29 |
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= |
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Accepted without amendment |
31 |
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= |
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Copy |
42 |
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= |
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Confirmation via specific means |
46 |
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= |
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Provisional |
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The message function, coded is a critical data element in this segment. It applies to all data indicated in the message. The following definitions apply for the restricted codes: |
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5 = Replace - To cancel and replace a previously sent message identified in the RFF segment. When a buyer issues a pro-forma invoice to cover a transaction the supplier on receipt of this pro-forma issues a replacement to take its place. |
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6 = Confirmation - A confirmation of a previously sent proposal or suggested order where such confirmation is required or recommended under the terms of a trading partner agreement. |
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7 = Duplicate - A re-transmission involving the same parties, on the specific request of the receiver. |
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9 = Original - An original transmission of a purchase order. |
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16 = Proposal - A proposed or suggested order. |
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31 = Copy - A copy of an order for a third party for information purposes. |
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42 = Confirmation via specific means - A confirmation of a previous order sent by means other than EDI, e.g., Fax. |
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46 = Provisional - A provisional order. |