Field T-9OptionalAmount Fields

    Metro 2 Field T-9: Total K1 Segments

    The count of K1 (Original Creditor) segments appended across the file. Relevant for debt buyers and collectors that disclose original creditors.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:T-9
    Position:66-74
    Length:9 characters
    Type:numeric
    Record:Trailer Record
    Required:No

    Validation Rules

    • Numeric, zero-filled
    • Must equal the actual number of K1 segments

    Examples

    000000150000000000

    Common Errors

    • K1 count that disagrees with the K1 segments present

    Tips & Best Practices

    • Reconcile each segment-count total before transmission

    Related Fields

    T-3
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    K1-1
    K1 Segment Identifier
    Constant value identifying the appended segment as a K1 (Ori...

    Other Amount Fields

    21Current Balance22Amount Past Due25Credit Limit26Highest Credit/Original Loan Amount29Scheduled Monthly Payment Amount30Actual Payment Amount

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    Total K1 Segments - Metro 2 Field T-9