What causes the BR-CL-04 error?

DocumentCurrencyCode must be valid ISO 4217.

How do I fix BR-CL-04?

Use 3-letter ISO 4217 code (EUR, USD, GBP, etc.). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-CL-04 a critical error?

Yes, BR-CL-04 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-CL-04 be automatically fixed?

Many instances of BR-CL-04 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including invalid currency code.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-CL-04Fixable here

Invalid currency code

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-CL-04] Currency code must be a valid ISO 4217 alpha-3 code (e.g., EUR, USD, GBP). Ensure you are using the three-letter currency code, not a currency symbol or name.“

What to have readyCountry Code

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:IdentificationCode` element in your Invoice.

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cbc:DocumentCurrencyCode>EURO</cbc:DocumentCurrencyCode>

After

<cbc:DocumentCurrencyCode>EUR</cbc:DocumentCurrencyCode>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-CL-04

Location/Invoice/cbc:DocumentCurrencyCode

From youCountry Code

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-CL-05Tax currency code MUST be coded using ISO code list 4217 alpha-3 BR-CO-04Each Invoice line MUST be categorized with VAT category code