Field 3RequiredIdentification Fields

    Metro 2 Field 3: Identification Number

    Your organization's unique identifier assigned by the credit bureaus. This is your 'subscriber code' or 'member number'.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:3
    Position:6-10
    Length:5 characters
    Type:alphanumeric
    Record:Base Segment
    Required:Yes

    Validation Rules

    • Must match your assigned subscriber code
    • Must be consistent across all records

    Examples

    12345ABC12

    Common Errors

    • Using wrong subscriber code
    • Mixing codes from different bureaus

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Obtain from each bureau during onboarding
    • Different bureaus may assign different codes

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