S008
UNG composite naming the group's message type and version.
Definition
S008 bundles data element 0038 (Message group identification, e.g. ORDERS or INVOIC), 0052 (Message version number, e.g. D), 0054 (Message release number, e.g. 96A) and 0051 (Controlling agency, e.g. UN). It pins the applicable directory for the whole group.
Origin
Defined in ISO 9735 (UN/EDIFACT Application Level Syntax Rules), maintained by ISO TC 154 and published by UN/CEFACT.
Example in context
UNG+INVOIC+5412345000013:14+5798765432105:14+260620:1430+1+UN+D:96A'