Target Code A036: Cost difference (PO vs. invoice unit price).
Target Code A036 means the unit cost on your EDI 810 invoice was higher than the unit cost on Target's EDI 850 Purchase Order, so Target deducted the difference. To win a dispute in Synergy, you must provide proof that the buyer approved the higher cost prior to the PO ship window.
Why Target issues Code A036.
- An approved cost increase was not updated on open POs in Partners Online before the shipment was invoiced
- Supplier invoiced by the case cost while Target's PO was priced by the individual unit (each/DPCI)
- Promotional cost reduction ended, but Target's PO still reflected the promotional unit cost
Documents that win.
- Purchase Order and Vendor Invoice
- Written buyer approval or Partners Online cost change acceptance showing the effective date
- DPCI item setup sheet confirming unit-of-measure pricing (each vs. case)
How to dispute it.
Find remittance line for Code A036 in Synergy in Partners Online (POL) for AP deductions. Note the PO, invoice number, and claim amount.
Collect and verify documentation: Purchase Order and Vendor Invoice, Written buyer approval or Partners Online cost change acceptance showing the effective date, DPCI item setup sheet confirming unit-of-measure pricing (each vs. case). Ensure piece counts and timestamps match.
File dispute claim package via Synergy selecting claim reason for Code A036 (Cost difference (PO vs. invoice unit price)) and attaching all verification documents.
Monitor claim status in Synergy until approved (30-60 days). Approved credit memo will apply to a future settlement remittance.
Target allows up to 18 months from the document date for standard accounts payable deductions in Synergy. Check your remaining filing window with our free Dispute deadline checker.
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