System, method, and computer program product for network message augmentation

Abstract

Systems, methods, and computer program products are provided for processing a payment transaction over an electronic network. The method includes receiving an authorization request message, including first transaction data associated with an electronic payment transaction and generating a unique identifier associated with the electronic payment transaction. The method further includes receiving an authorization response message, including second transaction data associated with the electronic payment transaction, indicating that the electronic payment transaction is authorized. The method further includes storing a portion of the first transaction data and the second transaction data in association with the unique identifier for the electronic payment transaction. The method further includes transmitting a response message comprising the unique identifier and the authorization decision and receiving a clearing request message comprising the unique identifier. The method further includes retrieving the stored transaction data and initiating clearing of the electronic payment transaction.