EDIFACT LOC Segment: Place/Location Identification

Identifies a country, place, or location relevant to the transaction, such as delivery location or port.

Segment Code: LOC
Mandatory: No
Position: Various

LOC Syntax Example

LOC - Place/Location Identification
LOC+7+USNYC::5'

Data Elements

PositionNameDescription
3227Location function qualifierCode identifying the location function
C517Location identificationComposite with location code and name
C519Related location oneFirst related location details
C553Related location twoSecond related location details

Common Qualifiers

1Place of terms of delivery
7Place of delivery
8Place of destination
9Place of loading
11Place of discharge

Common Mistakes

  • Wrong location function code
  • Invalid UN/LOCODE
  • Missing location qualifier

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