Reason Code

A code indicating the reason for adding, deleting, or changing the following:

• The code corresponding to the reason for a debit or credit memo.  This code will be recorded on document header and detail records to assist in adjustment analysis.  If entered, the reason code must exist on the Reference File (category 215).  
• The code indicating the reason for the engineering change.  Possible values are defined on Reference File (category C04).  
• Required if a component part number is entered.  It explains why the unplanned usage occurred.  This code must appear on Reference File (category C06).  
• This is the reason the merchandise was returned.  It must be a valid code from Reference File (category G74).  The reason code may be changed if no lines have been entered for the RMA.  
• Used to define additional messages for each PO detail line.  Codes are validated from the Vendor Message Codes Reference File (category 236).