Why:

This is a 3 digit field used to identify the supplier of parts, for example VO – Volvo or RVI- Renault.

 

Where:

From the Control Master File view, select Franchise to open the Franchise window.

 

How to Add Edit & Delete Franchise Codes:

Please be aware that parameter DPP 001 is used to control the functionality of this table. There are two positions; Position one relates to the Franchise Table.

If set at ‘N’ where no restrictions have been made within the Part Pre-fix table, a part can be duplicated with as many pre-fix’s. However, if set at ‘N’ where restrictions have been made to the part pre-fix table for example, if pre-fix VO, RC and GB2 have been registered as Volvo Family “Active”, duplicate parts can only be created against these specific prefix’s. If the prefix is not equal to those specified, the message ‘Part exists within Volvo Group - please use an alternative part number’ is displayed.