DLMS Data Dictionary

The Authoritative Resource for DLMS X12 Data Elements and Codes

This Data Dictionary is the authoritative reference for all data elements used across Defense Logistics Management Standards (DLMS) Implementation Conventions (ICs). It provides standardized definitions and technical specifications for DLMS and its underlying ANSI ASC X12 data structures.

What This Dictionary Provides:

  • Clear Definitions: Find the official business definition and purpose for every data element used in DLMS transactions.
  • Technical Specifications: Get the exact technical format, length, and structure for each element as it appears in an X12 transaction.
  • DLMS to X12 Mapping: Understand exactly how a DLMS business term maps to a specific X12 segment and element (e.g., "Ship-To Address" maps to N1*ST in the 511R transaction).

Who Should Use This Resource:

  • System Developers & Integrators: To correctly build, map, and test DLMS-compliant applications.
  • Logistics & Supply SMEs: To understand the precise meaning and proper use of data in our business processes.
  • Data Analysts & Managers: To ensure data quality, standardization, and interoperability across systems.

Key Implementation Notes:

  • Relationship to Implementation Conventions (ICs): This Data Dictionary is a reference tool that enhances and supports the DLMS Implementation Conventions (ICs); it does not replace them. For proper implementation, users must consult the detailed guidance and business rules contained within the applicable IC.
  • Governing Standards: All data elements are governed by the Accredited Standards Committee X12 (ASC X12) and the policies within DLM 4000.25, Defense Logistics Management Standards (DLMS). The ASC X12 is the governing source for X12, which is an electronic data interchange (EDI) standard.
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Category Details
IC 856P
SEGMENT CODE LQ
SEGMENT NAME Industry Code
POSITION 350
REF LQ02
ID 1271
X12 MIN MAX '1/30
ELEMENT NAME Industry Code
ELEMENT DLMS NOTE 1. When preparing an internal Department of Defense transaction, and when LQ01 cites code 0, cite one of document identifier codes PJJ, PJR or PK5. 2. When preparing a Defense Logistics Management Standards destination acceptance alert, and when LQ01 is code 6, use only code A (Liquidated Damages). For others, use as many of these codes as are appropriate: A (Liquidated Damages), E (Government furnished property was part of the contract) or K (Bond bailment for DPSC clothing contracts). 3. When preparing a Defense Logistics Management Standards destination acceptance alert, and when LQ01 is code 7, use one of these codes: D (Destination) or S (Origin, Source). 4. When preparing a Defense Logistics Management Standards destination acceptance alert, and when LQ01 is code 8, use one of these codes: D (Destination) or S (Origin, Source). 5. When preparing a Defense Logistics Management Standards shipment performance notice, and when LQ01 is code 10, use as many of these codes as applicable: G (Ship-To code differs from contract), H (Stock number/part number differs from contract), L (MILSTRIP document number differs from contract), P (Final quantity shipped exceeds quantity variance for the cited CLIN), Q (Mark-for differs from contract), S (Two or more of the ship-to, mark-for, MILSTRIP document number do not match the contract), T (Quantity shipped exceed the on-order quantity and the stock/part number differ from the contract). 6. When preparing a Defense Logistics Management Standards shipment performance notice, and when LQ01 is code 14, use, as applicable only one of the codes: A (Components missing), B (Missing components furnished), C (Quantity increase), D (Quantity decrease), E (Replacement shipment), F (Shipped and held in bond at contractor's plant), G (Shipped and held as GFP), H (Shipped or performed as indicated), and Z (Underrun quantity). While multiple codes can be transmitted, only one will be converted to an 80-column record in the Defense Logistics Management Standards. 7. When LQ01 is code 16, use one of the following codes: D (Discount), or N (No discount).
CODE
X12 CODE NAME
GENERAL CODE DEFINITION
CODE DLMS NOTE
PROPOSED CODE CHANGES
DLMS MIN MAX
DOD AND OTHER NAMES
FLIS DRN
ADC
DATA ELEMENT SOURCE
REFERENCED SERVICE OR AGENCY
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS