Code 47: Excessive Freight on Invoice Description

Overview

Code 47 deductions are issued when Walmart determines that excessive freight charges have been billed on an invoice. These deductions occur when Walmart believes the freight amount charged exceeds the actual shipping costs.

Code 47 deductions are based on freight charges that Walmart believes were billed in excess of the actual transportation cost.

How to Prevent Valid Code 47 Deductions

• Verify that all freight charges on invoices are accurate before submitting them to Walmart.
• Ensure invoiced shipping charges match the amount billed by the carrier.

Can It Be Disputed?

Yes. Code 47 deductions can be disputed if you can demonstrate that the freight amount billed to Walmart matches the actual amount charged by the carrier.

How to Dispute Invalid Code 47 Deductions

Provide Walmart with the carrier's freight bill showing that the invoiced freight amount is identical to the amount paid to the carrier.

Some suppliers may choose not to provide carrier invoices because they contain negotiated freight rates. In these situations, disputing the deduction may be more challenging.

Supporting Documentation

• Carrier freight bill showing the exact amount charged by the carrier.
• Documentation demonstrating that the freight amount billed to Walmart matches the carrier's invoice.

Conclusion

Code 47 deductions are intended to recover freight charges that Walmart believes were billed above the actual transportation cost. Carefully verifying freight charges before invoicing and maintaining carrier billing records can help prevent these deductions and support disputes when freight charges have been billed correctly.