EDI Reference / segments / ENT
ENT
Entity
Starts a loop identifying one entity (a coupon family, a party) within an 877.
⚠ Segment purpose confirmed, element detail not fully verified
Segment purpose confirmed via public EDI directories (Stedi); full element table beyond ENT01 not independently verified — flagged uncertain rather than fabricated
Key elements
| Element | Name | What it carries |
|---|---|---|
| ENT01 | Assigned Number | Sequential number identifying this occurrence of the loop. |
Key elements only — the ones that matter in retail trade, not the full element list.
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