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UNS

The boundary separating the header, detail and summary sections of an EDIFACT message.

Definition

UNS carries a code "D" (Detail/summary section separation) — it marks the end of the detail and the entry into the summary section of an INVOIC, ORDERS or DESADV. Present when the message has a standard 3-part structure.

Origin

Defined by UNTDID. Present in most commerce EDIFACT messages.

Example in context

UNS+D'

  • INVOIC — message that separates header/detail/summary by UNS.
  • Segment — EDIFACT atom.

Last updated: May 14, 2026