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Testing Error Conditions
Testing Using CVV Codes
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The following table identifies valid CVV codes, corresponding triggers, and a description of
each error condition:
NOTE: The specified CVV2 code is set, regardless of whether a PP API error code is set. If no
CVV2 code is specified, M is returned. Virtual Terminal only displays the CVV2 error
if the risk control blocks the payment.
Testing a CVV Code Using Virtual Terminal
Consider an example of testing for CVV code N using Virtual Terminal. You enter 116 in the
Card Security Code field:
CVV Code Trigger Description of Error
M115CVV2 matches (no error).
N116CVV2 does not match.
U125Service unavailable.
S123Service not supported.
P120Transaction not processed.
X130No response.