N2-X12

The second name line in the X12 N1 loop.

Definition

N2 contains two elements — N201 (Name) and N202 (Name optional). Present only when the entity name (buyer, seller, ship-to) does not fit in 60 characters on N102. X12 standard versions 003040 through 008020.

Origin

Defined by ASC X12 in the Name segment family. See X12.3 (Data Element Dictionary).

Example in context

N1*BY*ACME GLOBAL TRADING~ N2*INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS DIVISION~

Related terms

• N1 — main segment of the loop.