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Passive RFID Discrepancy Codes 

1. ORIGINATOR: 

a. Service/Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) 

b. Originator: DLA/J-375 phone: DSN 427-2527 / Commercial 703-767-2527 

2. FUNCTIONAL AREA: Primary: Supply/SDR 

3. REFERENCES: 

 a. DOD 4000.25-M, Defense Logistics Management System (DLMS) 

 b. DLAI 4140.55/AR 735-11-2/SECNAVINST 4355.18a/AFJMAN 23-215, “Reporting of 

Supply Discrepancies” 

 c. DLMSO memorandum dated October 3, 2006, subject: Proposed Defense Logistics 

Management System (DLMS) Change (PDC) 230A, Passive Radio Frequency Identification 

(RFID) Discrepancy Codes (Supply/SDR) 

 

4. REQUESTED CHANGE: 

a. Title: RFID Discrepancy Codes 

b. Description of Change: This change identifies new passive RFID discrepancy codes 

be added to the current applicable discrepancy code list under the Packaging/Marking section 

(P300 series) for SDRs. The new codes will be used to identify discrepant, missing RFID 

marking/labeling on material, and to identify reader problems/issues which interfere with RFID 

processing by DOD receiving organizations. Revisions to joint guidance are identified in bold 

italics. 

c. Background: A review of discrepancy codes available in Joint Regulation DLAI 

4140.55, “Reporting of Supply Discrepancies” (SDR) revealed there are no discrepancy codes 

currently available to specifically identify passive RFID discrepancies discovered at time of 

receipt for those shipments which have passive RFID requirements. There are multiple packing 

discrepancy codes which identify marking discrepancies but none which will allow for reporting 

specific passive RFID discrepancies and allow provisions to record passive RFID metrics and 

track passive RFID processing. The lack of supply discrepancy codes which relate specifically 

to passive RFID shipments will negatively affect the ability of Military Services/Agencies in the 

development of metrics/statistics as they pertain specifically to discrepant passive RFID material 

shipments. 
 d. Procedures. Recommend the new passive RFID discrepancy codes be added to the 

applicable DLAI Joint Regulation 4140.55, et al, Reporting of Supply Discrepancies, 

discrepancy codes lists and all SDR systems programs. These codes will be all applicable to all 

types of SDRs to include customer and distribution depot receipts (i.e., Document Type 6, 7, 8, 

9, and R). Also recommend policy change to identify that the new codes are to be used when 

reporting discrepant passive RFID shipments at time of receipt. 

 (1) Update referenced joint guidance subparagraph E.2.c.(5) and the DLMS 

Manual as follows: 

Improper Markings. Prepare an SDR to report any omitted, incomplete, illegible, or 

misplaced markings, packing documentation, or other identification. Report improper 

identification of containers or items which requires the container to be opened or which results in 

improper storage of the material regardless of cost. Improper marking includes discrepancies 

related to passive radio frequency identification (RFID) tags as follows: 

Report all missing, damaged, or unreadable passive RFID tags when such tags are 

required by contract provisions, DoD policy, or specified by prior shipment notice/status 

reflecting passive RFID content. Report duplication of tag identification associated with a 

previously processed receipt. 

SDRs may be used to report a tag read formatted for DoD use, but which does relate to 

an advance shipment notification containing passive RFID content when such advance 

shipment notification is required by contract provisions or DoD policy.

 (2) Proposed changes to the discrepancy code list under P3, Improper Markings 

as below. A complete list of codes is shown at the enclosure with minor updates to the reference 

3.b. Corresponding changes are recommended for reference 3.a, including the DLMS 

Dictionary/Directory, Discrepancy Code. 

P314 Passive RFID tag is missing 

P315 Passive RFID tag is visibly damaged and unreadable 

P316 Passive RFID tag is present but unreadable (not visibility damaged) 

P317 Passive RFID tag read has no corresponding advance shipment notification 

P318 Passive RFID tag read duplicates previously used tag identification 

5. REASON FOR CHANGE: 

a. This proposed change will be used by managers to segregate passive RFID 

discrepancies from other material supply/packaging discrepancies. The new codes will allow 

personnel submitting SDRs to specifically identify and document passive RFID discrepancies as 

they pertain to shipments received which have passive RFID tag/labeling requirements. While 

the primary user community for this new set of codes is the distribution depot, these codes will 

also be available for customer use. The addition of the new RFID discrepancy codes will 

improve DOD ability to identify and segregate RFID discrepancies from other discrepancies for 

reporting purposes. This will improve development of metrics/statistics for passive RFID 
discrepancy metrics. This code will facilitate identification of specific incidences of contractor 

non-compliance. 

b. Subsequent to publication of PDC 230, comments were received from DLA J-3734 

and the DDC requesting that additional codes be included in this change as reflected above. 

6. ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES: 

a. Advantages: This proposed change will improve visibility of passive RFID processing 

discrepancies for those shipments which require passive RFID, as well as improve management reporting 

capabilities for identification of passive RFID discrepancies. 

b. Disadvantages: Development of discrepancy reporting business rules for active RFID are 

under consideration, but not defined for publication at this time. 

7. IMPACT: This change proposal will impact processing of SDRs and require updates to automated 

systems and implementing guidance. 

Enclosure 
PDC 231 Enclosure 

Encl 5 

DLAI 4140.55 

AR 735-11-2 

SECNAVINST 4355.18A 

AFJMAN 23-215 

TYPICAL SHIPPING AND PACKAGING DISCREPANCIES LISTED BY 

SDR DISCREPANCY CODES

The following codes are used to provide a description of the discrepant condition. Multiple Up 

to three codes may be used on a single report. Preprinted codes on the face of the SF 364 may 

be supplemented from this list of codes. These codes are authorized for use in all formats of 

SDR reporting. Use of the expanded list of codes is encouraged to clearly identify the discrepant 

situation and reduce the need for narrative descriptions. 

CONDITION OF MATERIAL 

C1 In a condition other than shown on supply document or on the supporting inspection/test 

 certificate (if hazardous material use code H1) 

C2 Expired shelf life item (if hazardous material use code H5). 

C3 Damaged U.S. Postal Service shipment. (Security Assistance customers are authorized to 

 use this code for all types of damaged shipments.) 

C4 Material received stripped of parts or components (cannibalized). Applicable to material 

 returns or repairs only. 

C5 Incomplete item received. Do not use for incomplete sets/kits/outfits. See discrepancy S9. 

SUPPLY DOCUMENTATION 

D1 Supply documentation not received with material. 

D2 Supply documentation illegible or mutilated. 

D3 Supply documentation incomplete, improper, or without authority. Use only when receipt 

 cannot be properly processed. 

BILLING/FINANCIAL DISCREPANCIES (SECURITY ASSISTANCE ONLY) 

B1 Requisitioned material received. No record of billing. 

B2 Duplicate billing. 

B3 Wrong amount billed. 

F1 Financial discrepancy involving Security Assistance surcharge. 

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL 

H1 Hazardous item in a condition other than shown on supply document or on the 

 supporting inspection/test certificate 
H3 Lack of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) in Hazardous Material Information 

 Resource System (HMIRS) 

H4 Non-radioactive item classified as radioactive, or non-hazardous item classified as 

 hazardous 

H5 Expired hazardous shelf life item 

LUMBER 

L1 Moisture exceeds allowable percentage. 

L2 Not treated in accordance with specification. 

L3 Product off grade. 

L4 Improper size. 

L5 Improper tally. 

L6 Improper or no grade mark on product. 

L7 Rotten product. 

L8 Splits, excessive wane, scant, or not end trimmed (one or all). 

MISDIRECTED 

M1 Material improperly addressed and shipped to wrong activity. 

OVERAGE, DUPLICATE, OR RECEIPT OF CANCELED MATERIAL 

O1 Quantity received is more than quantity shown on the supply document. 

O2 Quantity received is more than quantity requested plus variance, if applicable (other than 

 unit of issue or unit of pack). 

O3 Quantity duplicates shipment. 

O4 Material received after cancellation. 

O5 Concealed overage discovered in a sealed shipping container. 

O6 Overage due to unit of issue/unit of pack incompatibility. Use only when requisition 

 specified no unit of issue/unit of pack variance. 

PACKAGING DISCREPANCY 

P1 Improper preservation. 

P101 Cleaning inadequate, incorrect, or omitted. 

P102 Preservative inadequate, incorrect, or omitted. 

P103 Barrier material inadequate, incorrect, or omitted. 

P104 Unit pack cushioning inadequate, incorrect, or omitted. 

P105 Unit container inadequate, incorrect, omitted or oversized. 

P106 Desiccant incorrect, improperly located, or omitted. 

P107 Tape/closure of unit container incorrect or inadequate. 

P108 Hazardous materials not removed as required. 

P109 Improper preservation of hazardous materials (includes ammunitions/ explosives). 

P110 Level of protection excessive or inadequate. 

P111 Minimum protection not applied (material returns). 
P112 Non-conformance to specified requirements for preservation (explanation required). 

P113 Electrostatic/electromagnetic device preservation inadequate or omitted. 

P114 Concealed preservation defect found in storage (retail only). 

P2 Improper packing. 

P201 Container inadequate, incorrect, or oversized. 

P202 Intermediate container inadequate, incorrect, oversized, or omitted. 

P203 Exterior container inadequate, incorrect, oversized, or omitted. 

P204 Blocking and bracing inadequate, incorrect, or omitted. 

P205 Cushioning inadequate, incorrect, or omitted. 

P206 Level of protection excessive or inadequate. 

P207 Container deteriorated. 

P208 Skids incorrect or omitted. 

P209 Improper packing of hazardous materials (includes ammunitions/explosives). 

P210 Non-conformance to specified requirements for packing (explanation required). 

P211 Improper foam-in-place. 

P212 Reusable container not used or improperly prepared. 

P213 Closure incorrect or inadequate. 

P214 Concealed packing defect found in storage (retail only). 

P215 Non-conformance to specified requirements for wood packaging material (WPM) 

P3 Improper markings. 

P301 Identification markings omitted, incomplete, incorrectly located, or not legible. 

P302 Improper marking of hazardous materials (includes ammunitions/explosives). 

P303 Labels omitted or improperly affixed. 

P304 Contract data omitted, incomplete, incorrectly located, or not legible. 

P305 Precautionary or handling markings omitted, incomplete, or not legible. 

P306 Shelf-life markings omitted, incorrect, or not legible. 

P307 Bar code markings omitted, or not legible. 

P308 Incorrect lot number. 

P309 Set or assembly markings omitted. 

P310 Address incorrect or not legible. 

P311 Non-conformance to specified requirements for marking (explanation required). 

P312 Electrostatic/electromagnetic device markings inadequate or omitted. 

P313 Packing list omitted or incorrectly located. 

P314 Passive RFID tag is missing 

P315 Passive RFID tag is visibly damaged and unreadable 

P316 Passive RFID tag is present but unreadable (not visibility damaged) 

P317 Passive RFID tag read has no corresponding advance shipment notification 

P318 Passive RFID tag read duplicates previously used tag identification 

P4 Improper unitization (includes palletization and containerization). 

P401 Cargo not unitized. 

P402 Shrink/stretch wrap inadequate or omitted. 

P403 Strapping inadequate or omitted. 
P404 Multiple consignees in single consignee consolidation container. 

P405 Protective covering/wrapping inadequate, improper, or omitted. 

P406 Contents of multipack container inadequately packaged, stuffed or missing unit packs. 

PRODUCT QUALITY (ITEM) DEFICIENCY (SECURITY ASSISTANCE ONLY) 

Q1 Product quality deficiency. 

Q2 Quality deficiency, contractual noncompliance. 

Q3 Design deficiency, item requires change in design. 

Q4 Contracting deficiency, specification and/or technical data deficient. 

Q7 Safety hazard. 

Q8 Latent defect. 

QUALITY DEFICIENCY RECEIPTS/STOCK SCREENING (DD ONLY) 

Q11 PDQR exhibit deficiency received 

Q22 Quality deficiency, contractual non-compliance 

Q33 Received item with suspected material deficiency (DLA CRII items only) 

Q44 Received item identified for contracting deficiency, for specification and/or technical 

 data deficiency 

Q55 Received item under investigation 

Q66 Customer return item failed under use 

Q77 Received item identified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI) 

Q99 New receipt item received for First Article Testing 

SHORTAGE OR NONRECEIPT 

S1 Quantity received less than quantity indicated on supply documentation. 

S2 Quantity received is less than quantity requested minus variance, if applicable (other than unit of 

 issue or unit of pack). 

S3 Total nonreceipt of U.S. Postal Service shipment. 

S4 Total non-receipt; not transportation related. (U.S. only) 

S5 Total nonreceipt (Security Assistance only). 

S6 Shortage due to unit of issue/unit of pack incompatibility. Use only when requisition specified no 

 unit of issue/ unit of pack variance. 

S7 Shortage or nonreceipt of an item in a multipack or sealed shipping container. 

S8 Concealed shortage discovered upon opening a sealed vendor's pack. Not applicable to SA. 

S9 Incomplete sets/kits/outfits. Do not use to report cannibalization of SSRI, COEI, or BII. See C4. 

TECHNICAL DATA MARKINGS (NAME PLATES, LOG BOOKS, OPERATING 

HANDBOOKS, SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS) 

T1 Technical data markings missing. 

T2 Technical data markings illegible or mutilated. 

T3 Precautionary operational markings missing. 
T4 Inspection data missing or incomplete. 

T5 Serviceability operating data missing or incomplete. 

T6 Warranty data missing. 

T7 Missing part number on bare item. 

T8 Incorrect part number. 

T9 Operating handbooks, log books, and/or special instructions missing. 

UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION 

U01 Unique identification data on label missing, damaged or unreadable. 

U02 Unique identification data on item missing, damaged or unreadable. 

U03 Unique identification data on supply documentation missing, damaged or unreadable. 

U04 Unique identification data not provided on shipping notice. 

U05 Non-conformance to unique identification requirements under terms of contract. 

U06 Multiple containers without separate unique identification data listings. 

U07 Mismatch between unique identification data on item and label. 

U08 Mismatch between unique identification data on item and shipping documentation. 

U09 Mismatch between unique identification data on item and due-in or shipping notice. 

U10 Mismatched or unique identification discovered upon opening a sealed pack. 

U11 Material unidentifiable; stock number missing or damaged. 

U12 Duplicate unique identification. 

INCORRECT ITEM 

W1 Incorrect item received. 

W2 Unacceptable substitute received. 

W3 Incorrect item received, but not identifiable to an NSN or part number. 

W4 Misidentified item received. 

W5 Mixed stock received. 

W6 Incorrect item discovered upon opening a sealed vendor's pack. Not applicable to SA. 

OTHER DISCREPANCIES 

Z1 Other discrepancy - see remarks. 

Z2 Repetitive discrepancy. Must use in combination with other codes or describe in remarks. Not 

 applicable to SA. 

Z3 Distribution Depot receipt not due-in. 

Z4 No record exists for document number cited on supply document. Not used by distribution 

 depot/not applicable to SA.