Code 70: Co-Op Allowance

Overview

Code 70 deductions are related to Co-Op Allowances agreed upon between Walmart and suppliers. These deductions are generally supported by Co-op Agreements or Online Supplier Agreements (OSA/GSM) that define the approved allowance terms.

Suppliers should review the applicable agreement details in Retail Link and confirm the deduction with the sales representative who approved it. The invoice number associated with the deduction represents the co-op number.

Co-op allowance deductions should be verified against approved agreements and supporting documentation before determining whether a dispute is valid.

Common Root Causes

• Co-op allowances applied according to approved supplier agreements.
• Missing documentation supporting the approved allowance.
• Differences between supplier records and Retail Link agreement details.
• Incorrect understanding of co-op allowance requirements.
• Unverified deductions appearing on supplier accounts.

How to Prevent Code 70 Issues

• Review Co-op Agreement and OSA/GSM allowance terms before accepting agreements.
• Maintain documentation for all approved co-op arrangements.
• Confirm allowance requirements with sales representatives.
• Regularly review Retail Link records for updated agreement information.
• Ensure internal accounting records match approved allowance terms.

Can It Be Disputed?

Code 70 deductions should be reviewed through Retail Link using the applicable Co-op Agreement or Online Supplier Agreement (OSA/GSM). Suppliers should contact the representative listed in the supplier contact field who approved the deduction.

The approving sales representative should have documentation supporting the deduction and can verify whether the charge was applied correctly.

How to Resolve Invalid Code 70 Deductions

Review the deduction information in Retail Link and locate the related agreement documentation. Contact the approving representative to confirm the deduction details and request correction if the charge does not match the approved co-op terms.

• Review the Co-op Agreement or OSA/GSM documentation.
• Verify the invoice number listed is the applicable co-op number.
• Contact the sales representative approving the deduction.
• Provide agreement records and supporting documentation when requesting resolution.

Accounts Receivable Disputes Through HighRadius

Disputes for Code 70 deductions appearing on Accounts Receivable invoice numbers beginning with 7000 may be submitted through HighRadius. Suppliers who have not previously been set up can email HiRadCS@walmart.com with their vendor number for setup assistance or questions.

• Complete HighRadius registration if required.
• Submit eligible accounts receivable disputes through HighRadius.
• Refer to the HighRadius Customer Guide for additional dispute procedures.

Supporting Documentation

• Retail Link Co-op Agreement details.
• Online Supplier Agreement (OSA/GSM) documentation.
• Written approval or correspondence from the sales representative.
• Co-op allowance terms and promotional agreement records.
• Invoice and deduction documentation.

Conclusion

Code 70 deductions are associated with co-op allowance agreements between Walmart and suppliers. Reviewing agreement terms, maintaining accurate documentation, and verifying deductions with the approving representative are essential steps for preventing and resolving incorrect co-op allowance deductions.