EDIFACT REMADV — Remittance Advice
REMADV lists which INVOIC documents are paid, partial payments, currency, and deductions so suppliers can close AR and explain variances.
✦ What It Does
DOC+MOA groups tie payment lines to invoice references; DTM may state value date.
Large retailers send daily REMADV streams; treasury systems auto-apply cash when references align.
Deduction lines should mirror CREADV or contract to reduce reconciliation research.
⚡ When It's Used
- AP runs weekly payment batch after invoice approval.
- Structured payment for multiple invoices in one transfer.
- Cross-border settlements with FX notes in MOA.
- Self-billing offset remittance (partner-specific).
- 3PL payment of supplier invoices on consolidated terms.
Who Uses EDIFACT REMADV
European retail & brands
Common in EDIFACT-first programs where remittance advice flows between HQ, DCs, and suppliers across the EU and APAC.
Global manufacturers
Automotive, industrial, and CPG companies standardize on EDIFACT for plants and suppliers outside North America.
3PLs & carriers
Logistics service providers consume or produce the message when the contract mandates UN/EDIFACT syntax and directories.
Key Segments & Constructs
EDIFACT uses a hierarchical structure: UNH (message header) opens the transaction; BGM (beginning of message) carries the document name and reference; party data uses NAD; lines often use LIN with QTY, PRI, and MOA. Exact segment requirements depend on the message directory (D.96A, etc.) and your trading partner's implementation guide.
BGM
Remittance type and advice number.
DOC / RFF
Invoice and PO references being settled.
MOA
Paid amounts, discounts taken, and deductions.
DTM
Payment and value dates for treasury.
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