PCNA - Point Code Name Abbreviation

Identifies the COMMON LANGUAGE IAC code for the customer of the SSPC.

NOTE 1: The format and structure of this field is defined in the ANSI approved standard, ATIS-0300251, Codes for Identification of Service Providers for Information Exchange.

NOTE 2: This code is established prior to the submission of the ASR.

VALID ENTRIES: IAC Code

NOTE 1: Valid IAC codes are outlined within Telcordia Technologies practice BR 751-100-112.

USAGE: This field is conditional.

NOTE 1: Optional when the PCACT field is populated, otherwise prohibited.

DATA CHARACTERISTICS:  3 alpha characters

EXAMPLE: U T C