Target Chargeback Code A036: Cost difference (invoice vs Target's cost)
What this deduction means
Target deducts the difference under A036 when the cost billed does not match the cost Target has on file, an invoice-vs-receipt gap driven by pricing.
Typical penalty: Equal to the per-unit cost difference across the quantity
Common causes
- Invoice cost higher than Target's agreed cost
- A cost change not synced before invoicing
- The wrong cost tier or promotion applied
How to prevent Target code A036
- Sync item cost with Target before billing
- Confirm cost changes are effective on both sides
- Validate promotional and agreed costs on the invoice
Related EDI transactions
Source
iNymbus: Target Deduction Codes Explained (secondary industry source) (Accessed 2026-07-09; pending official Partners Online verification)
Frequently asked questions
What is Target chargeback code A036?
Target deducts the difference under A036 when the cost billed does not match the cost Target has on file, an invoice-vs-receipt gap driven by pricing.
How much does Target code A036 cost?
Typical penalty: Equal to the per-unit cost difference across the quantity
How do I prevent Target chargeback code A036?
Sync item cost with Target before billing Confirm cost changes are effective on both sides Validate promotional and agreed costs on the invoice
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