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RFF+ON

Reference code qualifier ON of the UNCL 1153 list, carried by the EDIFACT RFF segment.

Definition

In the RFF segment, element 1153 (Reference code qualifier) takes the value ON for "Order number (buyer)". It carries the buyer's order number and acts as the matching key between a DESADV or INVOIC and the originating ORDERS. Distinguish it from IV (invoice number) and DQ (delivery note number).

Origin

Code defined in the UN/EDIFACT code list UNCL 1153 (Reference code qualifier), maintained by UN/CEFACT (UNTDED, ISO 7372).

Example in context

<RFF+ON:PO-2026-00417> — reference to buyer order no. PO-2026-00417.

  • RFF — the reference segment that carries it.
  • ORDERS — message whose number ON cites.
  • DESADV — despatch advice that links delivery to order via RFF+ON.

Last updated: June 20, 2026