Code 5: Do Not Stock

Code 5 deductions are typically related to EDI noncompliance, especially regarding invoice submission to Kroger. This deduction will be $250 or 1% of the total invoice amount, whichever is greater.

Suppliers that accept Purchase Orders from Kroger will have 90 days to become compliant with receiving Purchase Orders via EDI and transmitting invoices to Kroger via EDI. Ensure that your invoices are sent via EDI to avoid this deduction.

It is uncommon to dispute code 5 deductions. If Kroger has to process a manually uploaded invoice that was not sent through EDI, this charge is taken.