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title: What is the difference between Location and Originating Location
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# What is the difference between Location and Originating Location

## Location and Originating Location differ in the reporting of where the sale took place.

### Location

Reports the Location where the sale was Fulfilled

### Originating Location

Reports the Location where the sale was Placed

The pivot example below demonstrates the use of the Originating Location and splitting out the sales between the various Fulfilling locations.

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