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ADC 451 

Elimination of DD Form 173/2 for Message Transmission of MILSTRIP Transactions and 

Updated Procedures associated with DLA Transaction Services Document Mailing 

1. ORIGINATOR: DLA Logistics Management Standards 

2. FUNCTIONAL AREA: Primary: Supply/ Logistics.

3. REFERENCES: 

a. CJSCI 5721.01D, The Defense Message System and Associated Legacy Message 

Processing Systems. 

b. CJCSI 6241.04 series, Policies and Procedures for Using United States Message Text 

Formatting. 

c. DoD 4000.25-1-M, Military Standard Requisition and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) 

d. DAASC-S (now DLA Transaction Services) memorandum dated March 31, 2000, subject: 

Proposed Change to the DAASC Mailings. This memorandum was identified to the Supply PRC 

as PDC 62 (available at www.dla.mil/j-6/dlmso/eLibrary/Changes/ deferred.asp) 

4. REQUESTED CHANGE: 

a. Description of Change: 

(1) This change eliminates the use of DD Forms 173/2, Joint Message Form, in the 

message transmission of MILSTRIP requisition and related transactions. The U.S. Army form 

proponent conducted a use survey in 2008 and, as a result, the DD Form 173/2 was canceled and 

is no longer authorized for use. Appendices are replaced to show data content when narrative 

messages are necessary. Note: The only versions of the DD Form 173 still active are the DD 

173-2A, Joint Message Form (Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Red Ink MPSC 8/82 

Exception) and DD 173-3A, Joint Message Form (OCR Blue Ink MPSA 8/82 Exception). 

(2) This change also eliminates use of media and status codes associated with DLA 

Transaction Services mailing of readable document formats (rather than transaction exchange). 

(3) Additional administrative updates are included to remove obsolete terminology and 

procedures associated with dot matrix bar coding and teletype/Joint Army-Navy-Air Force 

Publication (JANAP) messages. 

b. Background:

(1) Defense Message System (DMS). CJCSI 5721.01E describes how the Defense 

Message System (DMS) is structured to provide an interoperable, seamless, and secure electronic 

messaging system for organizational users within DOD. The DMS uses commercial based 

products for drafting, coordinating, and releasing messages. The DMS is the DoD system of 
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record for organization message traffic, per CJCSI 3201.04, which describes use of message text 

format. These references do not prescribe use of preformatted message formats. The DMS 

operates using U.S. Message Text Format (USMTF) which may be used instead of the canceled 

DD Form 173/2. Staffing Note: DLA Transaction Services has clarified that DLA 

Transaction Services doesn't have a DMS System, but instead uses the Automated Message 

Handling System (AMHS). The DMS messages travel via the Pentagon and are passed to the 

DLA Transaction Services AMHS system. However, the AMHS is limited to DLA Transaction 

Services customers. The DMS uses routing associated to specific COMMRIs. 

(2) MILSTRIP Message Formats 

(a) The current version of MILSTRIP prescribes the use of DD Form 173/2 as an 

alternate means to transmit MILSTRIP transactions when no other means is feasible. However, 

the DD Forms 173/2 cited in MILSTRIP Appendix AP1 have been canceled; hence, their use is no 

longer authorized. This proposal deletes reference and use of the forms related to DD Forms 

173/2 in the MILSTRIP appendix examples since this is not an authorized transmission option. A 

replacement appendix is provided to clarify intended content when the communication of 

information may still be necessary using a DMS USMTF. 

(b) MILSTRIP currently prescribes procedures for messages using teletype or 

narrative JANAP 128 format. At one time, DLA Transaction Services accepted and converted 

these messages into 80-record position transactions for standard processing. This capability is no 

longer required and is not supported. 

(c) Staffing Note 1: Request DOD Components verify that the use of narrative 

messages for requisitioning and requisition follow-up (AP1.8 and AP1.9) is currently supported 

by the Inventory Control Point. If not supported, should this capability be removed from 

MILSTRIP? Staffing Results: No response was received. This capability has been retained.

(d) Staffing Note 2: Request DOD Components verify that the abbreviated message 

documents (AP1.11 and AP1.12) identified in this change are currently supported by the 

Inventory Control Point. If not supported, should this capability be removed from MILSTRIP? 

Staffing Results: No response was received. This capability has been retained.

(3) DLA Transaction Services Document Mailing. During a business process 

improvement initiative, DLA Transaction Services (formerly Defense Automatic Addressing 

System Center (DAASC)) identified the process of mailing MILS transactions to Military 

Services, and participating Agencies as a prime candidate for review. At the time, DLA 

Transaction Services provided logistic and billing information via U.S. Postal Service to 

activities with no established means for electronic receipt of data from the Defense Automatic 

Addressing System (DAAS). Federal Agencies received their information on a GSA mailer 

Form 10050 and DOD activities previously received a DAAS mailer or diskette. The cost of the 

mailers had become prohibitive and the value was questionable as many were obsolete by the 

time they were received or returned with incorrect mailing addresses. The DLA Transaction 

Services requested termination of mailings and replacement by alternative communications 

methods. The request was coordinated with the Components as PDC 62 and placed in a deferred 

status. During the Supply PRC Meeting 01-302-1, January 15-18, 2002, the Components 
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objected to complete termination and refocused the DLA Transaction Services effort toward 

identifying specific customers and situations for which mailings could be eliminated. During the 

intervening years, the Components and DLA Transaction Services made significant progress 

identifying the highest volume customers for replacement technologies. Ultimately, the mailers 

were found to be obsolete, and in August 2007 DLA Transaction Services discontinued mailing 

of readable documents to non-Civil Agency customers. However, DLA Transaction Services 

continues to use the GSA mailers for any status going to Civil Agency customer. Staffing Note: 

Continued use of the GSA mailers is under evaluation by GSA. 

c. Detailed Procedures: 

(1) Revise MILSTRIP, DOD 4000.25-1-M, Chapter 1, Chapter 2, and Chapter 9 to 

remove references to DD Form 173/2 and update DMS information, remove references to DD 

Form 173/2, and update terminology per Enclosure 1, 2, and 3 respectively. 

(2) Revise DOD 4000.25-1-M Appendix 1: 

(a) Revise index for Appendix 1 to reflect removal of appendices reflecting dot matrix 

bar coding and formatted teletype message per Enclosure 4. 

(b) Revise Appendix 1.1 (Introduction) to update DMS information, remove 

references to DD Form 173/2, and update terminology per Enclosure 5. 

(c) Replace Appendix 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.13, 1.15, 1.16, and 1.22 to define the 

required content and format independent of DD Form 173/2, per Enclosure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 

13, 14, and 15 respectively. 

(d) Delete Appendix AP1.14 to remove instructions for formatted teletype messages. 

(e) Delete Appendices A1.26 and AP1.28 displaying bar coding produced via dot 

matrix printers. 

(3) Replace to AP2.4, Media & Status Codes, to update terminology, update references to 

DMS, and eliminate references to DLA Transaction Services mailing of readable documents per 

Enclosure 16. 

5. ALTERNATIVES: None identified. 

6. REASON FOR CHANGE: 

a. DD Form 173/2 is canceled and is no longer authorized for use. DOD 4000.25-1-M, 

MILSTRIP, needs to be revised to reflect that a canceled/obsolete form is no longer referenced in 

the publication. All communication previously applicable to the DD 173/2 is available using 

DMS. 

b. DLA Transaction Services discontinued mailing in readable document format. 

c. Separate appendices depicting bar coding via dot matrix essentially duplicative and 
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unnecessary. Most bar coding is created via newer technology. 

d. Use of formatted teletype is obsolete and no longer supported by DLA Transaction 

Services.

7. ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES: 

a. Advantages: Removes reference to a canceled form from the publication. Updates 

MILSTRIP for current business processes.

b. Disadvantages: None

8. IMPACT: 

a. Policy Impact: None 

b. Publications: MILSTRIP changes are identified in the enclosures. Corresponding 

DLMS updates are required.

c. Data: Updates are required to the Media and Status Code as shown in the Enclosure 16. 
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ADC 451, Enclosure 1 

Revise MILSTRIP Chapter 1, per extract below, delete as indicated and renumber remaining 

paragraphs: 

 C1.7.1 General. MILSTRIP is designed to permit transmission and receipt of 

requisitions and related documents by electrical communications, mail, telephone, and courier. 

To assure responsive and expeditious processing, the media of communication used will not be 

exclusively limited to the M&S codes cited in AP2.4. 

 C1.7.2. Defense Automatic Addressing System Center. The DAAS shall be utilized 

in the supply and distribution systems of all Components and, by agreement, in the GSA system 

and the systems of other Federal Agencies. The DAASC DLA Transaction Services maintains 

support for a variety of existing and new communications methods for exchanging computerreadable DoD logistics transactions as follows: 

 C1.7.2.1 Global Information Grid (GIG). The CJCSI 5721.01A provides 

policy, guidance, and information regarding the use, operation, and management of the Defense 

Message System. This includes policy pertaining to individual message processing systems that 

communicate using the GIG. The DAASC is connected to the GIG via the DLA Enterprise 

Telecommunications Network (ETN) and provides documentation and procedures on their 

website which supports data exchange using File Transfer Protocol (FTP)/Secure File Transfer 

Protocol (SFTP) and Message Queuing (MQ) Series employing Transfer Control 

Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). As a value-added service to the Components, the DAASC 

developed specific file naming conventions to ensure data integrity and also to provide a method 

for identifying, tracking, and accounting for transferred files. This process supports the 

requirement of CJCSI 5721.01A which states that all data pattern traffic will be eliminated from 

the baseline DMS which consists of messages that use actual card or magnetic tape medium. It 

does not include card image format, used by most personal computer messaging systems, nor 

does it include other applications of the CC language media format used to transmit narrative 

messages. The CJCSI 5721.01A further states that the Components will determine and use 

alternative means for transmitting and processing affected data pattern traffic. Follow 

procedures under paragraph C1.7.2.5., below, to obtain the DAASC’s message documentation 

and format requirements. Transmission. Defense Automatic Addressing System (DAAS) 

receives and sends computer-readable logistics transactions via multiple networks and 

connection methodologies. Unless specifically authorized, all exchanges of logistics 

transactions and related reports shall be in machine-readable format and forwarded via DAAS 

using electronic means. The Defense Information Systems Network (DISN)/File Transfer 

Protocol (FTP)/MQ Series (MQ) provide long haul and area data communications and 

interconnectivity for DoD systems. Switched/dial-up circuits provide dial-in connectivity to 

DAAS, using a modem and standard telephone line, for non-networked customers. Dedicated 

circuits provide a direct connectivity to DAAS for high volume customers and those customers 

dealing with time critical data. Small volume customers can also connect to DAAS using 

electronic mail (E-mail) and World Wide Web (WWW) (Internet) capabilities. DAAS is 

designed for sending computer-readable logistics messages using telecommunications circuits. 

DAAS is connected to the DISN, which provides the capability of sending data using FTP 

transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP). DAAS electronic data interchange 

(EDI) applications also use the MQ-Series to transport information in the American National 
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Standards Institute (ANSI) American Standards Comittee (ASC) X12 format which is used 

primarily for Defense Logistics Management System (DLMS) transactions thereby providing a 

modernized and enhanced version of MILSTRIP (and other legacy 80 record position 

transactions). The use of XML was introduced into the DLA Transaction Services zero 

latency process to deliver DLMS transactions via the MQ-Series transport. See DoD 4000.25-

10-M for additional detail. 

 C1.7.2.2. DAASC DLA Transaction Services Integrated E-mail LOGistics 

(DIELOG). DAASC DLA Transaction Services supports data exchange using DIELOG. This 

service allows data exchange via e-mail by using a specific format for embedding the 

transactions in the body of an e-mail message and using standard Simple Mail Transfer Protocol 

(SMTP) for the delivery mechanism. Follow the procedures under subparagraph C1.7.2.5., 

below, to obtain documentation on using DIELOG. 

 C1.7.2.3. DAASC DLA Transaction Services Automated Message Exchange 

System (DAMES). DAASC developed and also distributes a PC based software 

communications product which that allows a user to connect via the DISN or switched dial-up 

telephone lines for exchanging logistics transactions and narrative messages. These messages 

use the data pattern and narrative JANAP 128 format. Follow the procedures under 

subparagraph C1.7.2.5., below, to obtain documentation on and to download the DAMES 

software. 

 C1.7.2.4. Web Requisitioning. In addition to DISN, DIELOG, and DAMES, 

the DAASC DLA Transaction Services provides another value-added service to support receipt 

of requisitions via the World Wide Web (WWW) using the DAASC DLA Transaction Services

Web Requisitioning (WEBREQ) service. Follow the procedures under subparagraph C1.7.2.5., 

below, to obtain documentation and download software to support WEBREQ requirements. 

 C1.7.2.5 Documentation and Download Procedures. Use the following 

procedures to obtain documentation and to download software to support the various DAASC

DLA Transaction Services-supported services described under subparagraphs C1.7.2.1., 

C1.7.2.2., C1.7.2.3., and C1.7.2.4, above. 

 C1.7.2.5.1. Log on to the DAASC DLA Transaction Services home page 

using universal resource locator (URL): www.transactionservices.dla.mil/daashome/ 

homepage.asp. Follow the instructions to request access to the desired service or product. 

 C1.7.2.5.2. Select <DAAS Services> .

 C.1.7.2.5.3. Select appropriate product information

 C1.7.2. The CJCSI 5721.01E provides policy, guidance, and information regarding 

the use, operation, and management of the Defense Message System (DMS). DMS is 

structured to provide an interoperable, seamless, and secure electronic messaging system for 

organizational users within the Department of Defense. U.S. Government non-DOD 

organizations may be considered for DMS services, upon OSD approval. CJCSI 5721.01E 

directs the use of U.S. Message Text Format (USMTF) within DMS for all organizational 

messaging.
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ADC 451, Enclosure 2 

Revise MILSTRIP Chapter 2, per extract below. Delete as indicated and renumber remaining 

paragraphs: 

“C2.1. PREPARATION OF REQUISITIONS

 C2.1.1 Requisitions will be prepared in one of the following formats 

described under AP1, Forms/Message Format (Introduction) or Defense Messaging System 

(DMS ), using the coding structures shown in AP2.2: 

 C2.1.1.1. DD Form 1348, DoD Single Line Item Requisition System 

Document (Manual). 

 C2.1.1.2. DD Form 1348m, DoD Single Line Item Requisition 

System Document (Mechanical). 

 C2.1.1.3. DD Form 173/2, Joint message form.

 C2.1.1.3. SF 344, Multiuse Standard Requisitioning/Issue System 

Document. 

 C2.1.1.4. DD Form 1348-6, DoD Single Line Item Requisition 

System Document (Manual-Long Form). 

 C2.1.1.5. DD Form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document 

(acceptable and preferred as a requisition when requesting property directly from DRMOs DLA 

Disposition Services Field Offices). 

 C2.1.1.6. DD Form 1348-2, Issue Release/Receipt Document, with 

Address Label. 

 C2.1.2. The manual form (DD Form 1348, SF 344, or DD Form 1348-6) 

will shall be used only when: 

 C2.1.2.1. Facilities are not available to the requisitioning activity to 

enable electrical transmission of documents in data pattern format, formatted teletype messages,

or when computer-readable machine-sensible facilities are not available to the requisitioning 

activity. 

 C2.1.2.2. The requisition coding structure does not provide 

sufficient data to assist the supply source in making supply decisions. Use of exception data1

will cause delays in supply of materiel since each document containing such data must be 

withdrawn from routine processing, reviewed for the exception and continued in process after a 

decision has been made as a result of the review. Activities should not attempt to use exception 

 

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 Requirement to reduce the amount of exception data in requisitions last reported as not implemented by 

DLA (Subsistence). Refer to AMCL 2. 
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data as a normal method for requisitioning materiel requirements. Limitations on the use of 

exception data are outlined in paragraph C2.2., below. 

 C2.1.3 Requisitions for conventional ammunition will contain Advice Code 3Q, 3V, 3W, 

3X, 3Y, or 3Z, as applicable, when usable Condition E stock is acceptable. 

 C2.1.4 Non-NSN requisitions will be prepared with DIC A02 or A0B in DD Form 1348m 

when the CAGE and part number do not exceed the part number field and the item can be 

identified by additional data in rp 70-80 as indicated in AP3.4. Otherwise, use DD Form 1348-6. 

This also applies to non-NSN lumber products. 

 C2.1.5 The manual forms (DD Form 1348 and 1348-6) will be used as exception mediums

media when there are no available mechanical methods of transmission. Use the AP3, Formats 

(Introduction), and AP3.2, AP3.5, and AP1.8 (for messages) to prepare manual forms of 

requisitioning and in the number of copies as specified by individual Components. 

 C2.1.6. The mechanical transaction will be used as the normal requisitioning medium and 

will be electrically transmitted to the supply source via DAAS. Use the AP3.2 format to prepare 

the mechanical transaction.

 C2.1.7. The DD Form 173/2 will DMS may be used when:

 C2.1.7.1. Data communication facilities are not available to permit 

document transmission by mechanized media. 

 C2.1.7.2. The document contains exception data and/or rapid 

document transmission is required under the assigned PD. 

 C2.1.8. Under exception circumstances, requisitions may be prepared on 

DD Form 1348 or 1348m, and read to the appropriate supply source by telephone in exact record 

position alignment. When requisitions are relayed by telephone, confirmation copies are not 

required and will not be forwarded.” 
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ADC 451, Enclosure 3 

Revise Chapter 9, per extracts below, delete and renumber remaining paragraphs, as appropriate: 

 “C9.6. PREPARATION OF CUSTOMER ASSET REPORTS (DIC FTE/FTG)

 C9.6.1. Customer Asset Reports (DIC FTEs) will be prepared one of the 

following mediums media or DMS with data elements shown in the AP3 appendices. Partnumbered Customer Asset Reports (DIC FTGs) will only be prepared using the mechanical 

format on DD Form 1348m. 

 C9.6.1.1. DD Form 1348m, DoD Single Line Item Requisition System 

Document (Mechanical). 

 C9.6.1.2. DD Form 1348, DoD Single Line item Requisition Document 

(Manual). 

 C9.6.1.3. DD Form 173/2, DoD Joint Message Form.

 C9.6.2. The joint message form (DD Form 173/2) Messages provided via DMS

will be prepared using AP1.22. The message form DMS will be used only when message

communication facilities for transaction exchange are not available and rapid transmission is 

required to expedite processing of the asset report. 

 C9.6.3. Reports of serviceable NIMSC 5 items from SICA reporting activities 

to the appropriate Service SICA will be submitted under Service implementing instructions. 

Quantities, which are not required by the SICA, will be forwarded to the PICA using DIC FTE, 

the PICA’s RIC in rp 4-6, M&S 9, Signal Code C or L, the SICA’s fund code in rp 52-53, and 

the SICA’s RIC in 67-69. If appropriate, the SICA will provide DIC FTD delay status to the 

materiel holder for the quantity referred to the PICA, under paragraph C9.13.5, below. The date 

in rp 70-73 of the DI FTD, if used, will be 35 days subsequent to the date the report was 

forwarded to the PICA. The PICA will provide disposition instructions to the SICA, designated 

by rp 52, and the M&S. The SICA, in turn, will provide disposition instructions to the reporting 

activity under Service implementing instructions.” 
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ADC 451, Enclosure 4 

Revise Appendix 1 Forms/Message Formats Index as shown below. 

APPENDIX 1. FORMS/MESSAGE FORMATS INDEX AP1-1

AP1.1. FORMS/MESSAGE FORMATS INTRODUCTION AP1.1-1

AP1.2. DD FORM 1348, DOD SINGLE LINE ITEM 

REQUISITION SYSTEM DOCUMENT (MANUAL) 

AP1.2-1

AP1.3. DD FORM 1348M, DOD SINGLE LINE ITEM 

REQUISITION SYSTEM DOCUMENT 

(MECHANICAL) 

AP1.3-1

AP1.4. DD FORM 1348-5, NOTICE OF 

AVAILABILITY/SHIPMENT 

AP1.4-1

AP1.5. STANDARD FORM 344, MULTIUSE STANDARD 

REQUISITIONING/ISSUE SYSTEM DOCUMENT 

AP1.5-1

AP1.6. DD FORM 1348-6, DOD SINGLE LINE ITEM 

REQUISITION SYSTEM DOCUMENT (MANUALLONG FORM) 

AP1.6-1

AP1.7. GSA FORM 10050, SUPPLY/SHIPMENT STATUS AP1.7-1

AP1.8. MILSTRIP MESSAGE REQUISITION AP1.8-1

AP1.9. MILSTRIP MESSAGE FOLLOW-UP AP1.9-1

AP1.10. MILSTRIP MESSAGE SUPPLY ASSISTANCE 

REQUEST 

AP1.10-1

AP1.11. ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP MESSAGE SUPPLY 

STATUS 

AP1.11-1

AP1.12. ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP MESSAGE SHIPMENT 

STATUS 

AP1.12-1

AP1.13. MILSTRIP PART NUMBER/NON-NSN MESSAGE 

REQUISITION 

AP1.13-1

AP1.14. FORMATTED TELETYPE MESSAGE 

TRANSMISSION OF MILSTRIP TRANSACTIONS

RESERVED

AP1.14-1

AP1.15. MESSAGE REQUEST FOR SPECIAL MATERIEL 

OBLIGATION VALIDATION 

AP1.15-1

AP1.16. MESSAGE REPLY TO SPECIAL MATERIEL 

OBLIGATION VALIDATION REQUEST 

AP1.16-1

 
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AP1.17. REQUEST FOR VALIDATION OF MATERIEL 

OBLIGATIONS (MAP GRANT AID 

TRANSACTIONS) (FROM SUPPLY SOURCE TO 

ILCO) 

AP1.17-1

AP1.18. FOLLOW-UP REQUEST FOR VALIDATION OF 

MATERIEL OBLIGATIONS (MAP GRANT AID 

TRANSACTIONS) (FROM SUPPLY SOURCE TO 

ILCO) 

AP1.18-1

AP1.19. REQUEST FOR VALIDATION OF MATERIEL 

OBLIGATIONS (MAP GRANT AID 

TRANSACTIONS) (FROM ILCO TO SAOS) 

AP1.19-1

AP1.20. FOLLOW-UP REQUEST FOR VALIDATION OF 

MATERIEL OBLIGATIONS (MAP GRANT AID 

TRANSACTIONS) (FROM ILCO TO SAOS) 

AP1.20-1

AP1.21. REPORT OF VALIDATION OF MATERIEL 

OBLIGATIONS 

AP1.21-1

AP1.22. ABBREVIATED MESSAGE ASSET REPORT, ETC. 

(MATERIEL RETURNS PROGRAM) 

AP1.22-1

AP1.23. MASS OR UNIVERSAL CANCELLATION 

MESSAGE 

AP1.23-1

AP1.24. DEFENSE LOGISTICS STANDARD SYSTEM 

REVISION IMPLEMENTATION REPORT 

AP1.24-1

AP1.25. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT LASER 

PRINTED FORM WITH LOGMARS BAR CODING 

AP1.25-1

AP1.26. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT 

PREPRINTED FORM WITH LOGMARS BAR 

CODING BY DOT MATRIX RESERVED

AP1.26-1

AP1.27. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT 

PREPRINTED FORM WITHOUT LOGMARS BAR 

CODING DATA 

AP1.27-1

AP1.28. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT 

PREPRINTED FORM WITH LOGMARS BAR 

CODING BY DOT MATRIX FOREIGN MILITARY 

SALES RESERVED

AP1.28-1

AP1.29. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT LASER 

PRINTED FORM WITH LOGMARS BAR CODING 

FOREIGN MILITARY SALES 

AP1.29-1

AP1.30. RESERVED AP1.30-1

AP1.31. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT WITH 

ADDRESS LABEL 

AP1.31-1

AP1.32. MESSAGE REQUEST FORM DEFENSE 

AUTOMATIC ADDRESSING SYSTEM MATERIEL 

OBLIGATION VALIDATION RESPONSE 

AP1.32-1
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AP1.33. QUARTERLY INTRANSIT TO DEFENSE 

REUTILIZATION AND MARKETING OFFICE DLA 

DISPOSITION SERVICES REPORT 

AP1.33-1

AP1.34. UNAUTHORIZED PRIORITY DESIGNATOR 

ASSIGNMENT REPORT 

AP1.34-1

AP1.35. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT (IRRD) 

(1348-1A) WITH CODE 39 (THREE-OF-NINE) BAR 

CODES AND PDF417 TWO-DIMENSIONAL 

SYMBOL 

AP1.35-1

AP1.36. ISSUE RELEASE/RECEIPT DOCUMENT (IRRD) (DD 

FORM 1348-1A OR DD FORM 1348-2) 

CONTINUATION PAGE 

AP1.36-1

 
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AP1.1. APPENDIX 1.1

FORMS/MESSAGE FORMATS

(INTRODUCTION)

AP1.1.1. Requisitions may be transmitted using the CJCSI 5721.01A, The Defense Message 

System1

 and Associated Legacy Message Processing System, requirements. Chapter C1, paragraph 

C1.7., describes methods used to transmit and receive requisition and requisition-related 

transactions. In addition, the specific forms and message formats2

 prescribed for use under 

MILSTRIP are described below. Rules governing formatted messages are covered under AP1.14.

AP1.1.2. MILSTRIP Message Requisition (AP1.8.) and Abbreviated MILSTRIP Message Supply 

Status (AP1.11)

 AP1.1.2.1. The first line in the body of the message will contain the words “MILSTRIP 

REQUISITION.” Thereafter, each requisition will be numbered, commencing with number 1, and 

the first 66 positions of data (except for dividing slashes (/)) will be inserted and divided exactly as 

hereafter depicted. The basic requisition will consist of 18 separated field-lengths of data. 

 AP1.1.2.2. Below is a sample message requisition segmented and explained. 

 AP1.1.2.2.1. First Line: A0E/(DIC); XYS/(RIC); S/(M&S); 1224005123456/(stock or 

part number); EA/(unit of issue); 00015(quantity); ZY1234/(requisitioner); 1150/(ordinal date); 

0112/(serial number); R/(demand); BLNK/(SUPADD); A/(signal)3. 

 AP1.1.2.2.2. Second Line: 19/(fund); 089/(distribution); BLNK/(project); 03/(PD); 154 

(RDD); 2B/(advice).4

 AP1.1.2.3. Part number requisitions converted to message format are illustrated in 

AP1.13. 

AP1.1.3. MILSTRIP Message Follow-Up (AP1.9.). 

 AP1.1.3.1. Follow-up on requisitions may be transmitted electronically in the form of a 

formatted message or a narrative message when requesting status and improved ESD, under chapter 

2. For rules governing formatted messages, see AP1.14.

 

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CJCS Directives Home Page – http://www.dtic.mil/cjcs_directives/ 2

Narrative messages will only be used on an exception basis. When used, each transmission will be limited to a 

maximum of seven transactions or the contents of a single page, whichever is greater. See chapter C1, paragraph 

C1.7.2.3., to obtain additional information regarding the use of narrative messages. 

3

When an element of data is not available, the field will be recognized and entered as “BLNK.” 4

See Footnote 3.
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 AP1.1.3.2. The first line in the body of the message will contain the words “MILSTRIP 

FOLLOW-UPS.” When requesting normal status, DICs AF1, AF2, and AF3 apply. When 

requesting an improved ESD, DIC AFC applies. Exception data, and additional wording will be 

omitted unless DIC AT_ is used. The DIC dictates action to be taken by the supply source, under 

chapter C3, and added comments or requests are not applicable since the narrative message is no 

more than one of the media of communications for submitting followups. 

 AP1.1.3.3. Below is a sample narrative followup message segmented and explained: 

 AP1.1.3.3.1. First Line: AT5/(DIC); S/(M&S); 8305001234567/(stock or part number); 

EA/(unit of issue); 00040/(quantity); XTZ456/(requisitioner); 1250/(ordinal date); 0111/(serial 

number); R/(demand); BLNK/(SUPADD).5

 AP1.1.3.3.2. Second Line: 12/(fund code); 089/(distribution code); BLNK/(project 

code); 02/(PD); 154/(RDD); 2B/(advice).6

AP1.1.4 Request for Supply Assistance. Requests for Supply Assistance are described under 

chapter C2 and illustrated in AP1.10. Paragraphs AP1.3.2 and AP1.3.3., above, also apply, except 

DIC AFC will always be used. This will ensure manual review and reply using chapters C3 and C4. 

AP1.1.5. Message Cancellation

 AP1.1.5.1. Cancellation of a requisition may be transmitted electronically in the form of a 

formatted message or a narrative message7 under chapters C1 and C2. See AP1.14 for rules 

concerning formatted messages.

 AP1.1.5.2. The first line is the body of the message will contain the words “MILSTRIP 

CANCELLATION.” Exception data, remarks, and additional verbiage will be omitted. 

 AP1.1.5.2.1. First Line: AC1/(DIC); FMI/(R); 2/(M&S); 8305001234567/(stock or part 

number); EA/(unit of issue); 00040/(quantity); FB2300/(requisitioner); 6265/(ordinal date); 

0111/(serial number); R/)demand code); BLNK/(SUPADD); A/(signal).8

 

 AP1.1.5.2.2. Second Line: 12/(fund); 089/(distribution); BLNK/(project); 02/(PD); 

354/(RDD); BLNK/(advice).9

AP1.1.6. Abbreviated Message Documents (AP1.11 and AP1.12)

 AP1.1.6.1. Abbreviated message formats are provided for MILSTRIP follow-ups (DIC AF_ 

series only), cancellations, supply status, and shipment status, respectively. Use of these documents 

will be at the option of the individual S/A. Use between S/As will be based upon agreement 

between the S/As. 

 

5

See Footnote 3. 

6

See Footnote 3.

7

 See Footnote 2. 

8

 See Footnote 3. 

9

 See Footnote 3. 
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 AP1.1.6.2. Abbreviated message follow-up (DIC AF_ only) and cancellation documents will 

be initiated only by those activities with capability to prepare machine-readable documents for 

transmission by the Defense Message System (DMS).10

 AP1.1.6.3. When abbreviated messages are used, each message will be limited to a maximum 

of seven items or the contents of a single page, whichever is greater. 

 AP1.1.6.4. The first line in the body of the message will contain the words ABBREVIATED 

MILSTRIP FOLLOW-UP, CANCELLATIONS, SUPPLY STATUS, OR SHIPMENT STATUS, as 

applicable. Thereafter, number each line item, commencing with number 1. Insert slashes (/) or 

other appropriate marks between each code and/or data element as depicted in AP1.11 and AP1.12. 

The authorized data elements11 and code entries for abbreviated messages are as follows: 

 AP1.1.6.4.1. Follow-Ups and Cancellation Requests (No Supply Status Received)

 AP4.2.6.4.1.1. Document Identifier Code

 AP4.2.6.4.1.2. Routing Identifier Code (To) 

 AP4.2.6.4.1.3. Stock or Part Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.1.4. Unit of Issue 

 AP4.2.6.4.1.5. Quantity 

 AP4.2.6.4.1.6. Requisition Document Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.1.7. Distribution, when applicable; otherwise, leave blank. 

 AP4.2.6.4.1.8. Priority Designator 

 AP1.1.6.4.2. Follow-Ups and Cancellation Requests (Supply Status Received)

 AP4.2.6.4.2.1. Document Identifier Code

 AP4.2.6.4.2.2. Routing Identifier Code (To) 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.3. Stock or Part Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.4. Unit of Issue 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.5. Quantity 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.6. Requisition Document Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.7. Suffix, when applicable; otherwise, leave blank. 

 

10 See Footnote 1. 

11 See Footnote 3. 
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 AP4.2.6.4.2.8. Status 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.9. Distribution, when applicable; otherwise, leave blank. 

 AP4.2.6.4.2.10. Priority Designator 

 AP1.1.6.4.3. Supply Status

 AP4.2.6.4.3.1. Document Identifier Code

 AP4.2.6.4.3.2. Stock or Part Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.3. Unit of Issue 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.4. Quantity 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.5. Requisition Document Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.6. Suffix, when applicable; otherwise, leave blank. 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.7. Priority Designator 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.8. Status 

 AP4.2.6.4.3.9. Estimated Shipping Date 

 AP1.1.6.4.4. Shipment Status

 AP4.2.6.4.4.1. Document Identifier Code

 AP4.2.6.4.4.2. Quantity 

 AP4.2.6.4.4.3. Requisition Document Number 

 AP4.2.6.4.4.4. Suffix, when applicable; otherwise, leave blank. 

 AP4.2.6.4.4.5. Date Shipped or Estimated Shipping Date 

 AP4.2.6.4.4.6. Priority Designator 

 AP4.2.6.4.4.7. TCN, GBL Number, Registered Parcel Post Number, or Other 

Shipment Number

 AP4.2.6.4.4.8. Mode of Shipment 

 AP4.2.6.4.4.9. If available, any of the following may also be provided: GBL 

Number, Registered Parcel Post Number, or other shipment number. 
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AP1.8. APPENDIX 1.8

MILSTRIP MESSAGE REQUISITION

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: MILSTRIP REQUISITIONS: 

1. A0A/FMI/2/8305001234567/EA00040/FB2300/1150/0111/R/BLNK/A/12/089/BLNK/02/ 

154/2B 

2. A0A/FMI/B/8305002345678/EA/00001/FB2300/1150/0112/N/BLNK/A/19/089/BLNK/03/ 

154/BLNK 

3. A0E/FMI/B/1234005123456/EA/00015/FB2300/1150/0113/R/BLNK/A/19/089/BLNK/03/ 

154/BLNK 

 {NOTE: SEE CHAPTER 2, PARAGRAPH A FOR TYPE OF EXCEPTION TO BE 

ENTERED} 

4. A0A/FMI/B/8310002345678/EA/00011/FB2300/1150/0114/R/BLNK/A/14/089/BLNK/02/ 

155/BLNK 

SAMPLE
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AP1.9. APPENDIX 1.9

MILSTRIP MESSAGE FOLLOW-UP

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: MILSTRIP FOLLOW-UPS: 

1.AF1/FMI/2/8305001234567/EA/00040/FB2300/1250/0111/R/BLNK/A/12/089/BLNK/02/154/2B 

2.ATE/FMI/B/8310002345678/EA/00010/FB2300/1250/0114/R/BLNK/A/14/089/BLNK/02/155/BLNK 

3.AFC/FMI/0/8310002345679/EA/00010/FB2300/1250/0115/R/BLNK/A/15/089/BLNK/02/156/BLNK 

NOTE: EXCEPTION DATA WILL BE OMITTED FROM AF_ SERIES FOLLOW-UPS 

AT5 OR ATE FOLLOWUPS WILL REPEAT THE EXCEPTION DATA FROM THE ORIGINAL A05 

OR A0E REQUISITION. 

SAMPLE
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AP1.10. APPENDIX 1.10

MILSTRIP SUPPLY ASSISTANCE REQUEST 

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

INFO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: MILSTRIP SUPPLY ASSISTANCE REQUEST 

1. THIS COMMAND IS EXPERIENCING SERIOUS PROBLEMS DUE TO LACK OF 

ITEM(S) SHOWN BELOW. REQUEST AGGRESSIVE ACTION TO ACCELERATE 

DELIVERY AND IMPROVE ESD. 

DOC NO. W/SUFFIX NSN

FB2300/1152/0111/0 8305-01-123-4567 

2. SUBSTITUTES. LIST ALL KNOWN AND ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE NSNs OR 

PART NUMBERS. IF NONE, SO STATE. 

3. NEXT HIGHER ASSEMLY. IF NONE, SO STATE 

4. LATERAL SUPPORT. LIST ANY ACTIVITIES CONTACTED IN AN ATTEMPT TO 

OBTAIN ITEM THROUGH LATERAL SUPPORT AND/OR KNOWN ACTIVITIES USING 

SAME END ITEM OF WEAPONS SYSTEM. IF NONE, SO STATE. 

5. KNOWN SOURCE. LIST ANY KNOWN SOURCES FOR THE ITEM TO INCLUDE 

NAME, MAILING ADDRESS, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER (IF KNOWN). IF NONE, SO 

STATE. 

6. MISSION IMPACT STATEMENT. INCLUDE END ITEM DESCRIPTION, WEAPON 

SYSTEM APPLICATION. INDICATE MISSION DEGRADATION CREATED BY LACK OF 

ITEM(S) OR STATEMENT “A CLASSIFIED NMCS CONDITION EXISTS DUE TO LACK 

OF REQUIRED ASSTETS.” 

7. REMARKS. INCLUDE ADDITIONAL PERTINENT DATA NOT COVERED ABOVE. 

SAMPLE 
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AP1.11. APPENDIX 1.11

ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP MESSAGE SUPPLY STATUS

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP SUPPLY STATUS 

1. AE1/8305001234567/EA/00040/FB2300/1215/0001/BLNK/02/BB/3015 

2. AE1/8310002345678/EA/00012/FB2300/1259/0014/B/02/BV/2283 

SAMPLE
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AP1.12. APPENDIX 1.12

ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP MESSAGE SHIPMENT STATUS

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP SHIPMENT STATUS 

1. AS1/00040/FB5249/1165/0001/BLNK/036/02/FB524911650001XXX/B 

2. AS1/00012/FB5294/1165/0003/A/C44/02/FB529411650003XXX/B 

SAMPLE
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AP1.13. APPENDIX 1.13

MILSTRIP PART NUMBER/NON-NSN MESSAGE REQUISITION

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: MILSTRIP REQUISITIONS 

1. A0E/FHZ/2/350451234567899/EA/00040/FB2300/0150/0111/R/BLNK/A/12/089/BLNK/02/154/29 

 INDENTIFICATION DATA {INCLUDE ONLY APPLICABLE INFORMATION, 

PRESERVING THE ALPHA DESIGNATOR.} 

A. CAGE CODE AND PART NUMBER <USE TOTAL CAGE CODE AND PART NUMBER 

WHEN TOO LARGE FOR RP 8-22\ WHEN PLACED HERE LEAVE RP 8-22 BLANK>. 

B. MFG. NAME 

C. MFG. CAT. AND DATE 

D. TECH. ORD. NO. 

E. TECH.MAN.NO. 

F. END ITEM APPL. 

G. NAME/DESCRIPTION 

H. MAKE 

I. MODEL NO. 

J. SERIES 

K. SERIAL NO. 

L. COLOR 

M. SIZE 

REMARKS: WHEN ADDITIONAL DATA NOT COVERED ABOVE, IS FURNISHED. 

SAMPLE
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ADC 451, Enclosure 12

AP1.15. APPENDIX 1.15

MESSAGE REQUEST FOR SPECIAL MATERIEL OBLIGATION VALIDATION 

FROM: {INSERT ADDRESS OF INITIATOR} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE} 

SUBJECT: MILSTRIP SPECIAL MATERIEL OBLIGATION VALIDATION REQUEST 

1. REQUEST SPECIAL RECONCILIATION AND VALIDATION OF NEED FOR ITEM 

HELD AS MATERIEL OBLIGATION AT THIS ACTIVITY. 

 A. DOCUMENT NUMBER {ENTER REQUISITION NUMBER}. 

 B. STOCK OR PART NO. {ENTER NUMBER BEING REVIEWD}. 

 

 C. QUANTITY {ENTER QUANTITY ON BACKORDER}. 

 D. PD {ENTER PRIORITY DESIGNATOR IN REQUISITION}. 

 E. SHIP TO {IF OTHER THAN ADDRESSEE, ENTER DODAAC}. 

2. REQUEST REPLY BY {ENTER A DATE 15 DAYS BEYOND DATE OF THIS 

REQUEST} INDICATING QUANTITY TO BE RETAINED AS A MATERIEL 

OBLIGATION. IF REPLY IS NOT RECEIVED BY THIS DATE, THE OBLIGATION 

QUANTITY WILL BE CANCELED. 

SAMPLE
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AP1.16. APPENDIX 1.16

MESSAGE REPLY TO SPECIAL 

MATERIEL OBLIGATION VALIDATION REQUEST 

FROM: {INSERT ADDRESS OF INITIATOR} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE} 

SUBJECT: REPLY TO MILSTRIP SPECIAL MATERIEL OBLIGATION VALIDATION 

REQUEST 

1. THIS IS IN REPLY TO YOUR MESSAGE ON {INSERT DATE OF REQEST} 

REQUESTING SPECIAL VALIDATION OF NEED FOR ITEM HELD AS A MATERIEL 

OBLIGATION. 

 A. DOCUMENT NUMBER {ENTER REQUISITION NUMBER}. 

 B. STOCK OR PART NO. {ENTER APPLICABLER NUMBER }. 

 

 C. QUANTITY {ENTER QUANTITY STILL REQUIRED OR “NONE”}. 

2. A QUANTITY OF: _____________ HAS BEEN RECEIVED PRIOR TO PREPARATION 

OF THIS VALIDATION RESPONSE. 

SAMPLE

NOTE: Paragraph 2 above shall be omitted if none of the items have been received. 
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ADC 451, Enclosure 14 

AP1.22. APPENDIX 1.22

ABBREVIATED MESSAGE ASSET REPORT, ETC, 

(MATERIEL RETURNS PROGRAM)

FROM: {INSERT ADDRESS OF INITIATOR} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE} 

SUBJECT: MILSTRIP ASSET REPORT 

FTE/SMS/2/5910001882725/EA/53188/FB2300/1221/001/Blank/FM2300/J/6C/Blank/3AA/ 

Blank/Blank/DPK/Blank/A/Blank 

NOTE: The above example applies equally to other MRP formats by indicating applicable DIC 

code and data content displayed in this Appendix. 

SAMPLE
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AP1.23. APPENDIX 1.23

MASS OR UNIVERSAL CANCELLATION MESSAGE

FROM: {APPROPRIATE INDICATOR OF SENDER} 

TO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

INFO: {INSERT ADDRESSEE(S)} 

SUBJECT: MASS OR UNIVERSAL CANCELLATION REQUEST 

1. REQUESTED BY: {ENTER OFFICE SYMBOL OF REQUESTOR (FROM)}. 

2. CONSIGNEE: {ENTER “N/A” OR APPLICABLE DODAAC(S) TO BE CONCELLED}. 

3. EFFECTIVE DATE: {ENTER ORDINAL DAY OF YEAR THAT CANCELLATION 

ACTION IS TO BE IMPLEMENTED}. 

4. PRIORITY DESIGNATOR: {ENTER “N/A” OR APPLICABLE IPD(S) TO BE 

CANCELLED}. 

5. FSC, FSG, NSN, P/N: {ENTER “N/A” OR FSC, FSG, NSN, P/N TO BE CANCELLED}. 

6. PROJECT CODES(S): {ENTER “N/A” OR JPROJECT CODE(S) TO BE CANCELLED}. 

7. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: {ENTER “N/A” OR APPLICABLE ENTRY FROM 

CHAPTER 8, 1.5. FOR MASS CANCELLATIONS. ENTER “NONE” FOR UNIVERSAL 

CANCELLATIONS}. 

NOTE: All paragraph headings are mandatory entries. DoDAAC is mandatory entry in 

paragraph 2., above, when data is entered in paragraph 4 or 5. 

SAMPLE
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ADC 451, Enclosure 16 

AP2.4. APPENDIX 2.4 

MEDIA AND STATUS CODES 

AP2.4.1. The M&S (located in rp 7 in transactions) is applicable to furnishing status on certain 

MILSTRIP requisition-type documents, MRP documents, and related transactions. 

AP2.4.2. M&S codes are used in different ways on A__ series and FT_ series documents. 

 AP2.4.2.1. On A__ series documents 

 AP2.4.2.1.1. The M&S may indicate that status is to be furnished to the requisitioner 

(rp 30-35) and/or the SUPADD (rp 45-50) 

 AP2.4.2.1.2. The M&S may indicate that no status is to be provided to rp 30-35 and 45-

50 (M&S O and Y). 

 AP2.4.2.1.3. The M&S may indicate that status is restricted to the SICA identified in rp 

54 under all circumstances on transactions for non-consumable items (M&S 8). 

 AP2.4.2.1.4. With the exception of M&S 8, M&S codes do not apply to the mandatory 

provision of shipment status to all valid status recipients. 

 AP2.4.2.1.4.1. Rejection or cancellation status. 

 AP2.4.2.1.4.2. Responses to followups. 

 AP2.4.2.1.4.3. Status responses to MOV response (DIC AP_) documents. 

 AP2.4.2.1.5. M&S codes do not inhibit the mandatory furnishing of 100 percent supply 

and shipment status to the activity designated by a significant entry in rp 54. 

 AP2.4.2.1.6. M&S Y is an exception to the general requirement for 100 percent status 

to the activity designated by a significant entry in rp 54, and specifies that only exception status 

and shipment status are wanted. 

 AP2.4.2.1.7. M&S codes designate which of the following types or combinations of 

status is required: 

 AP2.4.2.1.7.1. Exception status. 

 AP2.4.2.1.7.2. One hundred percent supply status. 

 AP2.4.2.1.7.3. Exception status and shipment status. 
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 AP2.4.2.1.7.4. One hundred percent supply status and shipment status 

 AP2.4.2.1.7.5. The M&S may specify a preferred medium of transmission, subject 

to DAAS document transmission rules explained in paragraph AP2.4.2.3., below. 

 AP2.4.2.2. On MRP (FT_ series) documents 

 AP2.4.2.2.1. The M&S specifies the activity to receive replies to excess reports 

and related transactions output by ICPs/IMMs. 

 AP2.4.2.2.2. The M&S may indicate that such replies will be routed to the activity 

identified in rp 52 (M&S 9). 

 AP2.4.2.2.3. When the SICA is identified in rp 52, M&S 9 will be entered 

(optional for DIC FTA) and the signal in rp 51 will be C or L. 

 AP2.4.2.2.4. The M&S may specify a preferred medium of transmission, subject 

to DAAS transmission rules explained below in paragraph AP2.4.2.3. 

 AP2.4.2.3. DAAS Document Transmission Media Rules

 AP2.4.2.3.1. Regardless of the M&S cited, supply sources will transmit all 

machine sensible status documents via the DAAS. Upon receipt of the status documents, DAAS 

will determine the appropriate transmission media to be utilized. These determinations are to be 

made as follows: 

 AP2.4.2.3.1.1. For transmission services, refer to the DAAS Manual, 

DoD 4000.25-10.DAAS will use the DMS (under CJCSI 5721.01A requirements) to transmit 

documents to addressees who are only served by data pattern messages. 

 AP2.4.2.3.1.2. When an non-Civil Agency addressee is not served 

by any of media supported by DAAS (refer to C1.7.2) , DAAS status will not be provided 

transmit readable documents by mail unless paragraph AP2.4.2.3.1.3., below, applies. 

 AP2.4.2.3.1.3. When supply and shipment status documents have 

M&S A, H, J, or Q, DAAS will prepare and transmit GSA Form 10050. 

 AP2.4.2.3.2. Exceptions to the above apply to Navy ships, mobile units, 

deployed units, and to other activities served by teletype formatted message terminals who have 

justified their need for receiving status electronically. 

 AP2.4.2.3.2.1. DAAS will provide status to these activities 

electronically via formatted message except when an M&S 3, 5, C, E, L, N, T, or V is cited 

indicating reply by mail. In those cases, DAAS will provide a readable document via mail.

 AP2.4.2.3.2.2. Activities requiring the above specialized media 

processing must submit written justification to the S/A DAAS Focal Point representative DLA 

Transaction Services for consideration. 
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 AP2.4.2.3.2.3. These exception procedures apply only when DMS

alternative transmission capability is not available. 

 AP2.4.2.3.3. When supply status documents with DIC AE8, AS8, or AU8 

are received from an S/A, DAAS will furnish DIC AE_, AS_, or AU_ status based on 

MILSTRIP status distribution rules. 

 AP2.4.2.4. Activities requiring status will be encouraged in S/A implementing 

instructions to obtain and utilize full supply and shipment status. This requirement will be 

implemented to reduce the need for activities to submit followup inquiries. 

 AP2.4.2.5. The M&S is a mandatory entry by the originator of the document and will 

not be altered during subsequent processing except under the procedures cited in chapter C2 or 

C3 or C9 (for SICA processing). 

 AP2.4.2.6. M&S Codes are listed below. 

NUMBER OF CHARACTERS: One. 

TYPE OF CODE: Alpha-numeric. 

EXPLANATION: Indicates the status recipient, type of status required, and special 

media requirement for all priorities. One hundred percent 

supply status includes exception status. 

RECORD POSITION: 7 

M&S Codes Used With FT-Series DIC Codes

CODE EXPLANATION

1 Reserved. 

2 Reply to rp 30-35 activity by DMS DISN (transaction exchange).

3 Reply to rp 30-35 activity by readable document (mailed). Reserved.

4 Reply to rp 45-50 activity by DMS DISN (transaction exchange).

5 Reply to rp 45-50 activity by readable document (mailed).

5, 6, 7 Reserved. 

8 Not used. 

9 Reply to rp 52 activity by DMS DISN (transaction exchange).

 
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M&S Codes Used With A-Series DICs:

CODE EXPLANATION

0 No status to requisitioner or SUPADD other than mandatory shipment status to the 

ship-to activity designated by the signal code. One hundred percent supply status and 

shipment status by DMS to the activity designated by a significant entry in rp 54. 

1 Reserved. 

2 Exception supply status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 by DMS DISN (transaction 

exchange).

3 Exception supply status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 readable document (mailed). 

Reserved.

4 Exception supply status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by DMS DISN (transaction 

exchange).

5 Exception supply status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by readable document (mailed). 

5, 6, 7 Reserved. 

8 One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to activity indicated in rp 54 by 

DMS. Do not provide status to any other status eligible recipient under any other 

circumstances. (For use only by SICAs on transactions for non-consumable items). 

9 Not used. 

A One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to requisitioner on GSA Form 

10050.

B One hundred percent supply status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 by DMS DISN 

(transaction exchange).

C One hundred percent supply status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 by readable document 

(mailed). Reserved.

D One hundred percent supply status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by DMS DISN 

(transaction exchange).

E One hundred percent supply status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by readable document 

(mailed). Reserved.

F1 One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to requisitioner and SUPADD 

by DMS DISN (transaction exchange).

G2

 One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to requisitioner and SUPADD 

on GSA Form 10050.

H One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to SUPADD on GSA Form 

10050.

 

1 Use of M&S codes to provide status to both the requisitioner and supplemental addressee last reported as not 

implemented by USAF. Refer to AMCL 122.

2 See Footnote 1.
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M&S Codes Used With A-Series DICs:

CODE EXPLANATION

I Not used. 

J Exception supply status to requisitioner on GSA Form 10050.

K Exception supply status and shipment status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 DMS DISN 

(transaction exchange).

L Exception supply status and shipment status to requisitioner by readable document 

(mailed). Reserved.

M Exception supply status and shipment status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by DMS DISN 

(transaction exchange).

N Exception supply status and shipment status to SUPADD by readable document 

(mailed). Reserved.

O Not used. 

P3

 Exception supply status and shipment status to requisitioner and SUPADD on GSA 

Form 10050.

Q Exception supply status and shipment status to SUPADD on GSA Form 10050.

R Reserved. 

S One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 by 

DMS DISN (transaction exchange).

T One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to requisitioner in rp 30-35 by 

readable document (mailed). Reserved.

U One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by 

DMS DISN (transaction exchange).

V One hundred percent supply status and shipment status to SUPADD in rp 45-50 by 

readable document (mailed). Reserved.

W, X Reserved. 

Y No status to requisitioner or SUPADD other than mandatory shipment status to the 

ship-to activity designated by the signal code. Exception supply status and shipment 

status by DMS DISN (transaction exchange) to the activity designated by a 

significant entry in rp 54. 

Z4 Exception supply status and shipment status to requisitioner and SUPADD by DMS

DISN (transaction exchange). 

 

3

 See Footnote 1.

4

 See Footnote 1.
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2.4.2.7. M&S codes listed by type of status:

Preferred Media To: rp 30-355 45-50 54

1. One hundred percent supply status and shipment status

GSA Form 10050

DMS

Readable Document (Mailed)

A

S

T

H

S

T

8, 0

2. One hundred percent supply status

GSA Form 10050

DMS

Readable Document (Mailed)

B

C

__

D

E

__

3. Exception supply status and shipment status

GSA Form 10050

DMS

Readable Document (Mailed)

J

K

L

Q

M

N

Y

4. Exception supply status

GSA Form 10050

DMS

Readable Document (Mailed)

__

4

5

2.4.2.8. M&S codes listed by preferred media (subject to being overridden by DAAS 

following procedures explained in paragraph AP2.4.2.3., above).

PREFERRED MEDIA To: rp 30-356 45-50 54

1. GSA Form 10050

One hundred percent supply status and shipment status

One hundred percent supply status

Exception supply status and shipment status

Exception supply status

A

__

J

__

A

__

Q

__

2. Defense Messaging System

One hundred percent supply status and shipment status

One hundred percent supply status

Exception supply status and shipment status

Exception supply status

S

B

K

2

U

D

M

8,0

Y

4

 

5 If the entry in rp 54 is nonsignificant, shipment status (DI AS8) will be sent to DAAS. 6 See Footnote 5.
Enclosure 16, ADC 451

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PREFERRED MEDIA To: rp 30-356 45-50 54

3. Readable Document (Mailed)

One hundred percent supply status and shipment status

One hundred percent supply status

Exception supply status and shipment status

Exception supply status

T

C

L

3

V

E

N

5
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Enclosure 17, Staffing Response and Comment Resolution 

Originator Response/Comment Disposition 

1. Navy The Navy concurs with PDC425 as written and submits no 

additional changes or amendments. 

Noted. 

2. Marine Corps This Headquarters has reviewed the subject PDC and concurs 

with comments: 

1. General 

 a. The majority of the document is complete and correct. 

2. Staffing Notes 

 a. Paragraph 4.b. (2) . Cc) : Not directly supported by any 

USMC ICPs; no impact if this capability be removed from 

MILSTRIP. 

 b. Paragraph 4.b. (2) . (d) : Not directly supported by any 

USMC ICPs; no impact if this capability be removed from 

MILSTRIP 

3. Appendix 1.1, Paragraph AP 1.1.1: Recommend change 

CJCSI 572l.O1A to read CJCSI 572l.OlE; removed the space 

between AP and 1.1.1. 

4. Appendix 1.1, Paragraphs AP1.1.2, AP1.1.3, and AP1.l.5: 

Recommend reword for consistency. AP1.l.2 states “will be 

inserted and divided exactly as hereafter depicted” whereas the 

other two (2) HQMC paragraphs omit this statement. If the 

intent is only limit the number of positions per line and not to 

‘exactly’ specify where line 1 ends and line 2 begins, remove 

“and divided exactly as hereafter depicted” in paragraph AP1.l.2. 

If the intent is to specify that the second line will always begin 

with the Fund Code as provided in all examples, include the 

above statement to paragraphs AP1.l.3 andAP1.1. 5. 

5. Appendix 1.1, Paragraph AP1.l.6.4.4.l: 

Recommend change “Document Number” to read “Document 

Identifier”. 

6. Appendix 1.12: Lines 1 and 2, Recommend change “A51” to 

read “AS1”. 

7. Appendix 2, Paragraph AP2.4.2.3: Recommend change 

“DAAS Transmission Media” to read “DAAS Transmission 

Rules”. This will be consistent with the verbiage in paragraph 

8. Appendix 2, Paragraph AP2.4.2.6 M&A Codes Used with FTSeries DIC Codes Table: Recommend change the explanation 

for codes 3 and 5 to “Reserved”. 

Noted. 

Noted. 

Fixed 

Removed “and divided 

exactly as hereafter 

depicted.” Example is 

sufficient. 

Corrected to 

“Document Identifier 

Code” 

Corrected to “AS1” 

Concur. 

3. DLA 

Transaction 

Services 

1. Below are changes to the PDC 425 

 a. Enclosure 1, page 2. Changed our DLA Transaction 

Services URL to 

https://www.transactionservices.dla.mil/daashome/homepage.asp 

1.a. Updated. 
Enclosure 17, ADC 451

Page 2 

Originator Response/Comment Disposition 

 b. Enclosure 1, page 2. Changed DAMES description a little 

bit. Also undeleted part about narrative. DAMES does have 

MILSTRIP and Narrative Capability. 

2. Below are comments on PDC 425: 

 a. Disadvantage: All transaction have been mandated to 

go through DLA Transaction Services. If sending via DMS, it 

may not hit the DLA Transaction Services History files. 

 b. DLA Transaction Services doesn't have a DMS 

System. We do have Automated Message Handling System 

(AMHS). The DMS messages travel via the Pentagon who in 

turn sends to our AMHS system. However, it is limited to DLA 

Transaction Services customers. The DMS uses routing 

associated to specific COMMRIs. Normally, I send any 

MILSTRIP that comes in (they usually reject) to our Logistics 

Department, and in the past they send a rejection notice to the 

originator of the message. 

 c. Fact that PDC mentions DLA Transaction Services 

other systems is good. I don't really see a problem if the 

originator of the message uses correct routing to a specific 

agency except that the MILSTRIP will never go through DLA 

Transaction Services for repository /transaction history purposes. 

 d. Enclosure 5, Page 1 mentions the CJCSI 5721.01A, 

The Defense Message System and Associated Legacy Message 

Processing System, requirements states on Enclosure A, page A4, paragraph 6, says All data pattern traffic will be eliminated 

from the baseline DMS. It does state that data pattern doesn't 

include card image format, or other applications of the CC 

language media format used to transmit narrative messages. So I 

didn't see a problem with sending the narrative transactions as 

long as the originator sends to the correct route. 

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There is slight change needed in PDC 425 Section 4.3 under the 

heading "DLA Transaction Services Document Mailing": 

 

 "Federal Agencies received their information on a GSA 

mailer Form 10050 and DoD activities received a DAAS mailer 

or diskette," should read..." Federal Agencies currently receive 

their information on a GSA mailer Form 10050". 

The discontinuance of the DAAS mailer is explained further 

down within Section 3. The use of diskettes was discontinued 

1.b. Fixed. 

2.a. Noted. 

Components are 

required to provide 

image transactions for 

requisitions to DLA 

Transaction Services 

when requisitions are 

submitted in using this 

process. 

2.b. Information 

included in background 

information for DMS. 

2.c. Noted. 

2.d. Noted. 

Clarified. 
Enclosure 17, ADC 451

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Originator Response/Comment Disposition 

years ago. 

4. USTRANSCOM USTRANSCOM abstains Noted. 

5. GSA GSA would like to develop procedures that would allow for the 

termination of the GSA 10050 Mailer as referenced in this 

document. GSA would still like to get status to civilian agencies 

but via email, DISN, etc. and eliminate the mailer. 

September 27, 2011 - GSA, DLMSO, and DLA Transaction 

Services discussed the possibility of eliminating the GSA Mailer 

(GSA 10050) and replacing it with an alternative method of 

communication for distributing Supply Status to customers. 

Action Items resulting from the meeting: 

1. DLA Transaction Services will provide GSA with the current 

requirements for subscribing to DIELOG as an alternative to the 

mailer. This alternative would allow customers to subscribe to 

DIELOG and thus receive status via this application's output 

process. This solution has inherent issues that need to be 

resolved (example: How to tie a customer’s requisition and 

email address to the address residing in DIELOG at the customer 

verses the activity (DODAAC) level. 

2. DLA Transaction Services will provide GSA with the 

requirements to use DISN where appropriate for those Federal 

Agencies capable of receiving this method of message 

transmission and redistribution within their respective Agencies. 

This alternative is a viable solution for a small group of Federal 

Agencies, but as stated in the meeting, few Federal Agencies 

have this level of communication capability. 

3. The MILSTRIP Administrator related the possibility of GSA 

to provide a web based portal where customers could go to 

ascertain the status of their requisitions, like DOD EMall does 

today. GSA will look into this as a possible alternative to the 

mailer. 

Noted. Separate action 

will be taken to expand 

upon the elimination of 

mailers upon selection 

of best approach for 

GSA. 

Completed 

Completed 

Ongoing 

6. Air Force Concurs Noted. 

7. Army Concurs Noted.