PAM 708-3 — Cataloging Of Supplies And Equipment, Army Adopted Items Of Materiel, And List Of Reportable Items (sb 700-20)
PAM 708-3 governs procedures for preparing, updating, and maintaining Supply Bulletin 70020 data.
- Publication number: PAM 708-3
- Title: CATALOGING OF SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT, ARMY ADOPTED ITEMS OF MATERIEL, AND LIST OF REPORTABLE ITEMS (SB 700-20)
- Date: 08/22/2019
- Proponent: G-4
- Status: ACTIVE
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It covers line item numbers, national stock numbers, nomenclatures, type classification, data elements, and maintenance transactions. It requires monthly updates and establishes processing rules for additions, deletions, and changes.
Applies to: SB 700 20 also identifies items assigned reportable item control code (RICC) 2, A, B, C, G, or Z and is the guide for all units, organizations, and installations responsible for furnishing reports, as prescribed by AR 710 3.
Topics covered
- Supply Bulletin 70020 content and format
- Line item number assignment
- National stock number maintenance
- Type classification data
- Reportable item control codes
- Data maintenance transactions
- Substitute line item numbers
Questions and answers
How often is SB 700 20 updated?
SB 700 20 is updated during the open period. A current SB 700 is released monthly on the first of the month. (paragraph 3)
When do LIN data changes take effect?
LIN data changes take effect the first day of each month. (paragraph 3)
What happens if a NIIN lacks an active AEMM item data segment?
There must be an active item data segment in the AEMM for any national item identification number (NIIN) being added to SB 700 20; otherwise, the transaction will be rejected. (paragraph 6)
How many LINs can list the same NSN?
An NSN can be listed in SB 700 20 under only one LIN. (paragraph 6)
When are newly assigned LINs authorized for official use?
Newly assigned LINs are not authorized for official use until the effective date of SB 700 20. (paragraph 8)