Code 82: Anticipation - Early Payment of Invoice

Overview

Code 82 claims are Accounts Receivable claims that occur when a supplier participates in Walmart's early payment program. Since Walmart pays invoices earlier than the standard payment schedule, a deduction is issued to recover the interest associated with releasing funds early.

Because Code 82 claims are typically generated by Walmart's Accounts Receivable team, suppliers must review claim backup details through the HighRadius portal to understand the deduction and submit disputes when applicable.

Code 82 deductions are expected when suppliers participate in Walmart's early payment program.

Common Root Causes

• Supplier participates in Walmart's early payment program and receives an expected interest deduction.
• Claim backup references invoices that were paid earlier than standard terms.
• Incorrect claim generation for suppliers not enrolled in the early payment program.
• Claim backup information references invoices that were not actually paid early.

How to Prevent Valid Code 82 Claims

Valid Code 82 claims are expected when participating in Walmart's early payment program. Suppliers generally cannot prevent these deductions because they are part of the program terms.

• Understand the financial impact of participating in the early payment program.
• Review program terms before enrollment.
• Maintain records of invoices included in early payment arrangements.
• Regularly review HighRadius claim details for accuracy.

Can It Be Disputed?

Yes. There are limited situations where Code 82 claims may be disputed.

• The supplier received a Code 82 deduction but is not participating in Walmart's early payment program.
• The supplier participates in the program, but the claim references invoices that were not paid early.

How to Dispute Invalid Code 82 Claims

Since Code 82 claims are Accounts Receivable claims, suppliers should locate the claim backup information and submit disputes through the HighRadius portal.

Supporting Documentation

• Written statement confirming that the supplier is not participating in Walmart's early payment program.
• Proof that the invoices referenced in the claim were not paid early.
• Invoice payment records showing actual payment timing.
• HighRadius claim backup documentation.

Conclusion

Code 82 claims are associated with Walmart's early payment program and represent interest deductions for invoices paid ahead of schedule. Suppliers participating in the program should expect these deductions, while invalid claims can be disputed through HighRadius with documentation proving the supplier was not enrolled or the referenced invoices were not paid early.