APC - Alias Point Code

Identifies the logical network address of a Signaling Transfer Point (STP).

NOTE 1: The format and structure of this nine character code set is based on the Telcordia TRNWT000246 and consists of the following elements:· The first three characters are the network ID (e.g., 240=GTE)· The second three characters are the network cluster (e.g., 252=STP pair)· The last three characters are the number (e.g., 101=individual node or switch)

USAGE: This field is conditional.

NOTE 1: Optional when the PCACT field is populated and the ACT field on ASR Form is “C”, otherwise prohibited.

DATA CHARACTERISTICS: 11 numeric characters (including 2 preprinted hyphens)

EXAMPLE: 2 4 0 - 2 5 2 - 1 0 1