Walmart Chargeback Code 55: Agreed allowance not applied
What this deduction means
A supplier agrees to an allowance, for example a per-store store-opening allowance, then invoices the full amount without applying it. Walmart deducts the agreed allowance as Code 55.
Typical penalty: The agreed allowance amount that was not applied
Common causes
- A store-opening or other agreed allowance omitted from the invoice
- Allowance terms not configured in the billing system
- The full amount billed despite the agreement
How to prevent Walmart code 55
- Apply all agreed allowances on the invoice
- Track allowance agreements in the billing system
- Validate against the vendor agreement before invoicing
Related EDI transactions
Source
iNymbus: Walmart Deduction Codes Explained (secondary industry source) (Accessed 2026-07-09; pending official Retail Link verification)
Frequently asked questions
What is Walmart chargeback code 55?
A supplier agrees to an allowance, for example a per-store store-opening allowance, then invoices the full amount without applying it. Walmart deducts the agreed allowance as Code 55.
How much does Walmart code 55 cost?
Typical penalty: The agreed allowance amount that was not applied
How do I prevent Walmart chargeback code 55?
Apply all agreed allowances on the invoice Track allowance agreements in the billing system Validate against the vendor agreement before invoicing
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