Field 24AOptionalDate Fields

    Metro 2 Field 24A: Date Closed

    The date the account was closed or paid off, in MMDDYYYY format. Required for closed account status codes.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:24A
    Position:164-171
    Length:8 characters
    Type:date
    Record:Base Segment
    Required:No

    Validation Rules

    • Required for status codes indicating closure
    • Cannot be before Date Opened
    • Cannot be in the future

    Examples

    0315202411012023

    Common Errors

    • Missing date for closed account
    • Date before account opened
    • Using current date instead of actual close date

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Required for status 13 (Paid/Closed)
    • Required for status 97 (Charge-off)
    • Leave blank for open accounts

    Related Fields

    Other Date Fields

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