How do I fix BR-DE-15?

Add BuyerReference element with Leitweg-ID or other reference. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-DE-15 a critical error?

Yes, BR-DE-15 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted by the recipient's system.

Can BR-DE-15 be automatically fixed?

Many instances of BR-DE-15 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including buyer reference (leitweg-id) mandatory.

Error codes · XRechnung · Germany

BR-DE-15Fixable here

Buyer reference (Leitweg-ID) mandatory

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-DE-15] BuyerReference (BT-10) is mandatory in XRechnung.“

What to have readyBuyer reference

What we doAdd BuyerReference element with Leitweg-ID or other reference.

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <cbc:BuyerReference><!-- invalid or missing value --></cbc:BuyerReference>
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <cbc:BuyerReference>correct-value</cbc:BuyerReference>
</Invoice>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-DE-15

Location/Invoice/cbc:BuyerReference

From youBuyer reference

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-CO-07Line item discount reason text does not match the reason code BR-DE-16Seller VAT ID or tax number required