Global Location Number (GLN)

A GLN (Global Location Number) provides a standard means to identify physical locations and legal entities to improve the efficiency of communication within the supply-chain. As the name implies, Global Location Numbers are the GS1 Identification Key for Locations.

In Lawson, examples of the records to which a GLN may be assigned are:

• GL Company

• IC Company

• IC Location

• Requesting Location

• Manufacturer

• Manufacturer Division

• Vendor

• AP Vendor Location

• PO Vendor

• PO Vendor Location

• Bin

• Buyer

For more information about setting up Global Location Numbering refer to the GTIN/GLN Setup Guide.