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EDIFACT-DE-1004

TDED data element 1004 in UN/EDIFACT — Document/message number.

Definition

DE 1004 (Document/message number) is an alphanumeric identifier up to 35 characters assigned by the sender to a document or message. Appears in BGM (Beginning of message) and in RFF (Reference) with the appropriate qualifier.

Origin

Referenced in the UNTDID directory maintained by UN/CEFACT (United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business). Code list published at each D.xxA / D.xxB revision.

Example in context

BGM+380+INV-2026-00042+9' — invoice number INV-2026-00042.

  • BGM — segment carrying DE 1004.
  • RFF — reference segment also carrying DE 1004.

Last updated: May 15, 2026