Field N1-1RequiredIdentification Fields

    Metro 2 Field N1-1: N1 Segment Identifier

    Constant value identifying the appended segment as an N1 (Employment). Carries the consumer's employer and occupation information when the furnisher chooses to report it.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:N1-1
    Position:1-2
    Length:2 characters
    Type:alphanumeric
    Record:N1 Segment
    Required:Yes

    Allowed Values

    ValueMeaning
    N1N1 segment identifier

    Validation Rules

    • Must contain the literal value N1
    • Optional segment — include only when employment data is reported

    Examples

    N1

    Common Errors

    • N1 sent with all employment fields blank

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Employment reporting is optional; omit N1 entirely if you do not collect it

    Related Fields

    N1-3
    N1 Employer Name
    The name of the consumer's employer reported in the N1 segme...
    N1-5
    N1 Occupation
    The consumer's occupation or job title reported in the N1 se...

    Other Identification Fields

    1Record Descriptor Word2Processing Indicator4Consumer Account Number3Identification NumberH-2Record Identifier (Header)H-3Cycle Identifier

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    N1 Segment Identifier - Metro 2 Field N1-1