Field H-14RequiredIdentification Fields

    Metro 2 Field H-14: Reporter Telephone Number

    The ten-digit telephone number for the data furnisher, used by bureaus for operational contact regarding the file.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:H-14
    Position:216-225
    Length:10 characters
    Type:numeric
    Record:Header Record
    Required:Yes

    Validation Rules

    • Exactly 10 numeric digits (area code + number)
    • No punctuation or formatting characters

    Examples

    5125551234

    Common Errors

    • Including dashes or parentheses
    • Fewer than 10 digits

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Strip all formatting — store the raw 10 digits only

    Related Fields

    H-12
    Reporter Name
    The legal or operating name of the data furnisher submitting...
    H-13
    Reporter Address
    The mailing address of the data furnisher. Provides the bure...

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    Reporter Telephone Number - Metro 2 Field H-14