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Fix Luhn checksum fail

Luhn (mod-10) checksum validates card numbers, IMEI, etc. Wrong check digit causes validation failure.

Common causes

  • Check digit computed wrong.
  • Digits reversed or truncated.
  • Non-numeric characters.

How to fix

  • Recalculate check digit with Luhn algorithm.
  • Use Checksum Validator to verify.
  • Ensure input is digits only.

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