Defining a Checksum Algorithm

This process details generating a five-digit shipment ID and using the SIMPLE_MOD checksum algorithm to append a sixth check-digit to the ID.

1. Navigate to the Business Number Rule page: Business Process Automation > Power Data > Business Numbers > Business Number Rule.
2. Enter the following:
   1. BN Rule: SHIPMENT_ID_CHECKSUM.
   2. BN Type: SHIPMENT_XID.
   3. Select the Default check box.
   4. Rule Definition: {nnnnn:id=1:start=1}{s:algorithm=SIMPLE_MOD:parameters=-divisor 10:algorithm_context=1}.
   5. BN Generator: Select PICTURE.
   6. Domain Name: Your domain.
   7. Click Finished.