DAAccount Deletion Codes

    Status Code DA: Delete - Non-Fraud Reason

    Delete entire account for reasons other than fraud

    Overview

    • Used to remove an account from credit reports
    • Account will no longer appear on consumer credit files
    • Used for corrections, errors, or policy reasons
    • Not fraud-related - use DF for confirmed fraud

    Common Use Cases

    • 1Account reported in error
    • 2Duplicate tradeline needs removal
    • 3Legal settlement requires deletion
    • 4Data correction requires account removal

    Reporting Guidelines

    • Send Metro 2 file with DA status and zero balance
    • All bureaus will suppress the tradeline
    • Document reason for deletion internally
    • Cannot be undone - account cannot be re-reported

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