Field codes IN KNINFOGLN | OUT WIINFOGLN | API glnOfInformationProvider | Max Length 13
Definition
Global Location Number (GLN) is a GS1 identifier for parties and locations and is used to identify the information provider.
Explanation
GLN is used to provide a globally unique identification of companies, organizations, or locations within the supply chain. In this context, the GLN indicates who is the provider of the item information.
A GLN always consists of 13 digits. The number begins with the company’s GS1 prefix and ends with a check digit that ensures the number is valid.
Usage
The supplier specifies their GLN to identify themselves as the information provider.
Finfo verifies that the GLN has the correct format.
Recipients use the GLN as a globally unique identifier to determine which party has provided the information.