Commonly Used Codes in BEG (Beginning Segment for Purchase Order)

Structure of the BEG Segment:

BEG*00*BE*123456789*20231221*PO~

BEG02: Purchase Order Type Code

• Position: BEG02
• Type: ID
• Length: Minimum 2 / Maximum 2
• Purpose: Indicates the type of purchase order.

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Commonly Used Codes in BEG02:

Code	Description
00	Original
01	Cancellation
04	Change
05	Replace
NE	New Order
SA	Stand-alone Order
RL	Release Against Master Contract
DR	Direct Ship
DS	Drop Shipment

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Example:

Original Purchase Order:

BEG*00*NE*123456789*20231221*PO~

• BEG02 = NE indicates a New Order.

Change Order:

BEG*04*NE*987654321*20231222*PO~

• BEG02 = 04 indicates a Change Order.

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Key Notes:

• The BEG02 element directly impacts downstream systems to process the order appropriately.
• It ensures clear communication of the purchase order intent, such as a new order, a change, or a cancellation.