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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View ICSorted by ascending REF CODE X12 CODE NAME GENERAL CODE DEFINITION CODE DLMS NOTE
  888M N901 PVC Payment Validation Code Use this code to indicate the Air Force Price Validation Specific codes (FLIS DRN 8925).
  888M N901 X20 Special Opps Class of Supply Code Use to indicate the Special Operations Class of Supply Code for cataloging 1. Use to indicate the Special Operations Class of Supply Code for cataloging (FLIS DRN 8941). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X22 Army Material Category Appropriation Code Use to indicate the Army Material Category Appropriation Code 1. Use to indicate the Army Material Category Appropriation Code (FLIS DRN 2163). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X23 Coast Guard Inventory Account Code Use to designate the inventory account in which an item is held in the Coast Guard supply system 1. Use to indicate the Coast Guard Inventory Account Code (FLIS DRN 0707). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X24 Container National Stock Number (NSN) Use to indicate the Container NSN Number 1. Use to indicate the Container NSN Number (FLIS DRN 5178). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X25 Cataloging Document Availability Code Use to establish the type and availability of technical documentation. numeric codes indicate type and availability of the documents to originator at time of submission of reference number and item identification cataloging transactions 1. Use to indicate the cataloging Document Availability Code (FLIS DRN 2640). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X26 Cataloging Item Standardization Code Use to represent the item standardization decision on individual items 1. Use to indicate the cataloging Item Standardization Code (FLIS DRN 2650). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X27 Item Unique identification Identifier Use to identify that the item is required to be specifically marked IAW MIL-STD-130M ""Identification Marking OF U.S. Military Property"" and managed as required by DOD 4140.1-R ""Dod Supply Chain Materiel Management Regulation"", DODI 8320-04 ""Item Unique Identification (IUID) Standards For Tangible Personal Property"" and DODI 4151.19 ""Serialized Item Management(SIM) For Materiel Maintenance”” 1. Use to indicate the cataloging Item Unique Identification Identifier (FLIS DRN 3585). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N901 X29 Marine Corps Operational Test Code 1. Use to indicate Marine Corp Operational Test Code (FLIS DRN 8935). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N902
  888M N904
  888M N907
  888M N907-01 R1 Current Revision Number Use to identify the special packaging instruction revision suffix Use to indicate Special Packaging Instructions Revision Number (SPI) (FLIS DRN 5176).
  888M N907-01 X15 Cataloging Unique Item Tracking Use to provide a standard DoD means to systematically identify that an item is reportable in accordance with DoD 4140.1-R 1. Use to indicate the cataloging Unique Item Tracking (FLIS DRN 1010). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N907-01 X16 Cataloging Item Name A unique or standardized identifier used to designate a specific product, part, or object 1. Use to indicate the cataloging Item Name (FLIS DRN 5020). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N907-02
  888M MEA01 PK Package Dimensions
  888M MEA02 5F Height above Ground Use to indicate the height of the number (multiple) of bare (unpackaged) items to be contained in the pack Use to indicate Unpackaged Unit Pack Height (FLIS DRN 5158).
  888M MEA02 HT Height Use to indicate the maximum outside height of the unit pack Use to indicate Unit Pack Height (FLIS DRN 5154).
  888M MEA02 LN Length Use to indicate the maximum outside length of the unit pack Use to indicate Unit Pack Length (FLIS DRN 5154).
  888M MEA02 LO Long Length Use to indicate the length of the number (multiple) of bare (unpackaged) items to be contained in the pack Use to indicate Unpackaged Length (FLIS DRN 5158).
  888M MEA02 LW Long Width Use to indicate the width of the number (multiple) of bare (unpackaged) items to be contained in the pack Use to indicate Unpackaged Width (FLIS DRN 5158).
  888M MEA02 WD Width Use to indicate the maximum outside width of the unit pack Use to indicate Unit Pack Width (FLIS DRN 5154).
  888M MEA02 WT Weight Use to indicate the maximum gross weight of the unit pack Use to indicate Unit Pack Weight (FLIS DRN 5153).
  888M MEA02 UCB Cube Use to identify the maximum cube of the unit pack Use to indicate the maximum cube of the unit pack (FLIS DRN 5155).
  888M MEA02 UPW Units Per Weight Use to indicate the actual weight of the number (multiples) of bare (unpackaged) items to be contained in the unit pack 1. Use to indicate the Unpackaged Unit Pack Weight (FLIS DRN 5157). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 5030.
  888M MEA03
  888M MEA04
  888M MEA04-01
  888M N101 33 Inquiry Address Use to designate the activity which has acknowledged the possession or non-possession of a drawing or technical documentation Use to indicate Reference Number Activity Address Code (RNAAC) (FLIS DRN 2900).
  888M N101 69 Repairing Outlet Use to designate the organic or contract activity source to provide depot maintenance of equipment Use to indicate Depot Source of Repair (FLIS DRN 0903).
  888M N101 H9 Designer Use to indicate Packaging Design Activity Code Use to indicate Packaging Design Activity Code (FLIS DRN 5179).
  888M N101 WL Wholesaler Use to indicate Primary Inventory Control Activity (PICA) Use to indicate Primary Inventory Control Activity (PICA)
  888M N101 ABC Project Property Use to indicate Originator of Standardization Decision (FLIS DRN 9325).
  888M N101 IMC Item Management Coding Activity Use to identify the military service Inventory Control Point /ICP/ or other Department of Defense component performing item management coding. 1. Use to indicate the activity that is performing the Item Management Cataloging (FLIS DRN 2748). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N101 LYN Stockholder Use this code to indicate Non-DLA Site Location of Stock.
  888M N101 SCA Supplemental Collaborator Activity Code Use to identify an activity designated to collaborate on proposed revisions to the item identification data of a specific national item identification number on which it is recorded 1. Use to indicate the activity that is the supplemental collaboration (FLIS DRN 2533). 2. Approved for use in X12 version 8060.
  888M N101 SUS Supply Source Use to identify the activity as a potential source of supply used in the automatic digital network to automatically route requisitions Use to indicate Source of Supply (FLIS DRN 3690).
  888M N102
  888M N103 AY Activity Code Use to identify specific entities responsible for cataloging or managing items in the Federal Catalog System (FCS) Use this code to indicate the Activity Code.
  888M N103 M4 Department of Defense Routing Identifier Code (RIC) Use to serve multiple purposes; supply source codes, inter-system routing codes, intra-system routing codes, and consignor (shipper) codes
  888M N104
  888M LM01 DD Department of Defense Executive department of the U.S. federal government charged with coordinating and supervising the U.S. Armed Forces and related functions and agencies
  888M LM01 DF Department of Defense (DoD) Executive department of the U.S. federal government charged with coordinating and supervising the U.S. Armed Forces and related functions and agencies Use for US Coast Guard
  888M LM01 DH Defense Logistics Information Service Use this code to indicate the DLIS / FLIS Specific codes.
  888M LM01 DN Department of the Navy
  888M LM01 DX United States Marine Corps
  888M LM01 DY Department of Air Force
  888M LM01 DZ Department of Army
  888M LM01 TR American Trucking Associations
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