Field 25OptionalAmount Fields
Metro 2 Field 25: Credit Limit
The credit limit for revolving accounts. Leave blank for installment loans. Right-justified, zero-filled.
Quick Reference
Field Number:25
Position:173-181
Length:9 characters
Type:numeric
Record:Base Segment
Required:No
Validation Rules
- Required for revolving accounts (Portfolio Type R)
- Should be blank or zero for installment loans
- Current Balance should not exceed this value
Examples
000050000000150000 Common Errors
- Credit limit on installment loan
- Balance exceeding credit limit
- Using zero instead of blanks for N/A
Tips & Best Practices
- Use blanks (not zeros) when not applicable
- For credit cards, this is the card limit
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