Walmart Code 54: New store / initial distribution allowance.
Walmart Code 54 is a deduction for a new store opening, remodel, or initial distribution allowance. It is disputable if the PO was standard replenishment rather than a new store/modular expansion order, or if the allowance was already netted from the invoice.
Why Walmart issues Code 54.
- Standard replenishment POs were miscoded with a new store allowance flag
- Supplier already gave the discount off-invoice, resulting in a double deduction
- New store allowance percentage in the system exceeded the signed Vendor Agreement
Documents that win.
- Signed Walmart Vendor Agreement showing New Store Allowance terms
- Purchase Order (EDI 850) showing order type Code/Department
- Invoice proving the allowance was already applied off-invoice
How to dispute it.
Find remittance line for Code 54 in Accounts Payable Dispute Portal (APDP) in Retail Link. Note the PO, invoice number, and claim amount.
Collect and verify documentation: Signed Walmart Vendor Agreement showing New Store Allowance terms, Purchase Order (EDI 850) showing order type Code/Department, Invoice proving the allowance was already applied off-invoice. Ensure piece counts and timestamps match.
File dispute claim package via APDP selecting claim reason for Code 54 (New store / initial distribution allowance) and attaching all verification documents.
Monitor claim status in APDP until approved (60-75 days). Approved credit memo will apply to a future settlement remittance.
Walmart generally reviews accounts payable deduction disputes up to two years after the deduction date in APDP. Check your remaining filing window with our free Dispute deadline checker.
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