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Host Reverse Transfer Course Detail File: Header Record Layout


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    Example of a Header Record: RTCD1|123456|00|20140924|ExampleFile

    Field NameRequired FieldLengthTypeComments
    Record TypeRequired5AlphanumericValue for the field is RTCD1
    OPEID or Organization IDRequired6Alphanumeric
    • Must be 6 digits
    • Must be a valid Organization ID
    • System of Institutions – NSC will provide a unique Organization ID after the Reverse Transfer Service Agreement is signed
    OPEID Branch CodeRequired02NumericMust be 00
    File Certified DateRequired8NumericDate the file was certified by the host institution (YYYYMMDD)
    Client File IDRequired50StringName of the file coming from the host (maximum allowed length is <= 50 characters)