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MCB-ShortShipped: Short-shipped (shortage inside MCB file)
Cases UNFI says it did not receive, delivered inside the MCB file. A shortage claim, not trade spend.
| Category | shortage |
|---|---|
| Usual reading | dispute |
| Deadline | 365 days from deduction date. Adjustments older than 12 months are denied. UNFI suggests filing within 60 days. |
| Where to file | UNFI Dispute Center (Direct Commerce) inside myUNFI, launched Feb 2026; one appeal allowed, only with new information. |
| Documents | Bill of lading; Signed proof of delivery; Invoice and PO |
What to check
- Compare billed short quantity to signed POD / BOL
Sources
Confirm every code, deadline and amount against your supplier agreement and the buyer's portal. Public sources disagree, and the tool uses the shorter window when they do.
Deduction Decoder is software. It is not a law firm and not a collection agency, gives no legal advice, does not contact buyers or file on your behalf. Not affiliated with or endorsed by UNFI, KeHE, Walmart or Amazon; names are used only to identify the documents the tool reads.