Field L1-3OptionalAccount Information

    Metro 2 Field L1-3: L1 New Consumer Account Number

    The new consumer account number when the account number has changed (for example after a card reissue). The bureau ties prior history to this new number.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:L1-3
    Position:4-33
    Length:30 characters
    Type:alphanumeric
    Record:L1 Segment
    Required:No

    Validation Rules

    • Left-justified, blank-filled when unused
    • Required when the change indicator is 1 or 3

    Examples

    4000123456789010

    Common Errors

    • New account number blank while change indicator says it changed

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Report the prior number in the Base Segment one last time alongside this L1

    Related Fields

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    Other Account Information

    17AAccount Status27Terms Duration28Terms Frequency15Account Type14Portfolio Type10ECOA Code

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