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BR-17:Invoice line item name required

Each invoice line must have an item name describing what is being invoiced.

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NEEDS INPUT

Requires user input: Name of the payee (the party receiving payment). Cannot auto-derive because this is a legal entity name for payment routing.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice rejected. Buyer cannot identify who to pay when it differs from the seller.

How to Fix It

1

Describe item

Clear description of goods or services

2

Be specific

Include relevant details for identification

3

Add to Item

Place in Item/Name element

Code Example

<cac:Item>
  <cbc:Name>Professional consulting services - December 2024</cbc:Name>
</cac:Item>

Technical Details

XPath: /Invoice/cac:InvoiceLine/cac:Item/cbc:Name

Common Causes

  • PayeeParty section added but PartyName not filled
  • Factoring company not fully configured in system
  • Third-party payment setup missing payee name
  • Template includes payee structure but name field empty
  • Payment to different entity configured without name

Commonly Seen In

All invoicing software

Frequently Asked Questions

Each invoice line must have an item name describing what is being invoiced.
Add item name to each invoice line. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-17 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.
Many instances of BR-17 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including invoice line item name required.
BR-17 is commonly seen in exports from All invoicing software. These software packages sometimes generate invoices that need adjustment to meet full compliance standards.

Related Errors

BR-16

Invoice line must have an identifier

BR-18

Invoice line price required

Last updated: 18 January 2026

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