It has come to our attention that many of our DSD vendors are not completing the mandatory REF (VR) header segment in the 810 Invoice.  In both version 3060 and 4030, the REF (VR) segment is required and must be completed for each invoice.  The specifications for the REF (VR) segment can be found at the following links:

Version 3060: http://supplier.eckerd.com/supplier/general/edi/eckerd/810.htm
Version 4030: http://supplier.eckerd.com/supplier/general/edi/eck/v4030/810-Invoice/specs/

The REF (VR) segment should contain the appropriate Merchandise Vendor Number for the Eckerd store that is being charged.  The Merchandise Vendor Number is often referred to as the “Retek” Vendor Number.  This segment must be completed in addition to the REF (IA) segment, which should contain your Eckerd Accounts Payable Vendor Number.

Many of our DSD vendors have more than one Merchandise (or “Retek”) Vendor Number for a single Accounts Payable Vendor Number.  Often these different Merchandise Numbers are based on different cost zones for DSD product.  It is very important that you use the appropriate Merchandise Vendor Number on each invoice for the Eckerd store that received your product.

If you have questions about your Merchandise Vendor Number(s), please contact your Purchasing Agent at Eckerd.

We appreciate your assistance in this matter.