BR-CL-10:Invalid party identifier scheme
The scheme identifier for a seller or buyer party identification number is not a valid code from the ISO 6523 ICD list. Every party identifier must specify which numbering system it belongs to, using a standard code like 0088 for GLN, 0007 for Swedish org number, 0106 for Dutch KvK number, etc.
Engine Classification
Infers the correct ISO 6523 ICD scheme code from the identifier value pattern and party country
Confidence: 85% · Applied automatically in pipeline
What is BR-CL-10?
BR-CL-10 is a fatal validation rule defined in the EN 16931 specification. It validates the @schemeID element under ID in the UBL invoice XML.
When this rule fires, the invoice is non-compliant and will be rejected by Peppol access points and national validation services. The sending system receives a rejection response and the invoice does not reach the buyer.
Target path: cac:PartyIdentification/cbc:ID/@schemeID
Why This Error Matters
Invoice rejected. Party identifiers must use recognized scheme codes for proper routing and identification.
BR-CL-10 is a hard failure. Invoices that trigger this rule are rejected at the access point and never reach the recipient. In Peppol networks, this means your sending system receives an MLR (Message Level Response) with a rejection status. The invoice must be corrected and re-sent, adding delay to your payment cycle.
Invoice Navigator can automatically correct this error in your pipeline. The fix is applied with full audit evidence, so your compliance trail remains intact.
Validator Behavior
- ·Causes invoice rejection
- ·Error returned: BR-CL-10
- ·Specification: EN 16931
How to Fix It
Identify the identifier type
What kind of number is it? GLN (13 digits), VAT number (country prefix + digits), KvK number (8 digits), etc.
Find the correct scheme code
Look up the ISO 6523 ICD code for your identifier type: 0088 for GLN, 0007 for Swedish org, 0106 for Dutch KvK, 0208 for Belgian enterprise, etc.
Set the schemeID
Add or correct the schemeID attribute on the PartyIdentification ID element.
Before / After
<Invoice> <!-- Issue: Any identifier identification scheme identifier MUST be code --> </Invoice>
<Invoice> <!-- Issue resolved per EN 16931 --> </Invoice>
Technical Reference
cac:PartyIdentification/cbc:ID/@schemeIDCommon Causes
- ·SchemeID attribute missing from PartyIdentification
- ·Invalid or non-standard scheme code used (e.g. 'GLN' instead of '0088')
- ·ERP system does not populate the schemeID attribute
Seeing this in production? The API handles BR-CL-10 automatically. See the fix response →
Commonly Seen In
Frequently Asked Questions
AllowanceChargeReasonCode must be from UNCL5189.
Use valid UNCL5189 code for allowances. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-CL-10 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-CL-10 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including invalid allowance reason code.
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Last updated: 27 February 2026
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