Field H-6OptionalIdentification Fields

    Metro 2 Field H-6: Experian Program Identifier

    The five-character subscriber code Experian assigns to the furnisher. Required when reporting to Experian; blank-filled otherwise.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:H-6
    Position:33-37
    Length:5 characters
    Type:alphanumeric
    Record:Header Record
    Required:No

    Validation Rules

    • Left-justified, blank-filled
    • Required only when reporting to Experian

    Examples

    1234X

    Common Errors

    • Using a 10-character code in the 5-character Experian position
    • Wrong bureau's code in this position

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Experian's subscriber code is shorter than the others — do not pad with the wrong value

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    Experian Program Identifier - Metro 2 Field H-6