MT 306 Field Specifications
14. Field 22K: Type of Event
FORMAT
Option K |
4!c[/35x] |
(Type of Event)(Narrative) |
PRESENCE
Mandatory in mandatory sequence A
DEFINITION
This field specifies the event in the life of the option.
CODES
Type of Event must contain one of the following codes (Error code(s): T48):
CLST |
This is a confirmation of a close out. |
CONF |
This is a first confirmation. |
KNIN |
This is a notice of a knock-in: the option has a specified spot level, which, if touched during the knock-in period, triggers the option into existence. Prior to that level being touched, no option exists. |
KNOT |
This is a notice of a knock-out: the option has a specified spot level, which, if touched during the knock-out period, terminates the option. |
OTHR |
Any other event, as specified in the second subfield. |
TRIG |
This is a notice of a trigger hit. |
NETWORK VALIDATED RULES
If Type of Event contains the code OTHR, Narrative is mandatory; otherwise Narrative is not allowed (Error code(s): D81).
USAGE RULES
If code is CLST, KNIN, KNOT, or TRIG, the affected option trade must be identified in field 21.