Field 20OptionalDate Fields

    Metro 2 Field 20: Date of Last Payment

    The date the most recent payment was received, in MMDDYYYY format.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:20
    Position:144-151
    Length:8 characters
    Type:date
    Record:Base Segment
    Required:No

    Validation Rules

    • Cannot be before Date Opened
    • Cannot be in the future
    • Should update when payment received

    Examples

    0110202412152023

    Common Errors

    • Not updating when payment received
    • Using processing date instead of payment date

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Update each time a payment is applied
    • Important for collection agencies to show payment activity

    Related Fields

    Other Date Fields

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