errorEN16931

`BR-CL-13`:Invalid item classification scheme

Item classification identifier identification scheme identifier (listID) MUST be coded using one of the UNTDID 7143 list. This applies to the ItemClassificationCode@listID attribute in CommodityClassification.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected. Item classifications require valid UNTDID 7143 scheme codes for proper product categorization.

How to Fix It

Identify classification

Locate CommodityClassification/ItemClassificationCode element with invalid listID attribute

Use valid UNTDID 7143 code

Replace with valid code: STI (UNSPSC), EN (eCl@ss), CPV (Common Procurement Vocabulary), HS (Harmonized System)

Verify format

ListID must be valid UNTDID 7143 code (2-3 characters)

Technical Details

XPath: cac:InvoiceLine/cac:Item/cac:CommodityClassification/cbc:ItemClassificationCode/@listID

Common Causes

Item classification schemeID not from UNTDID 7143
CommodityClassification uses non-standard scheme
Custom product classification scheme used
Classification code without valid listID
Product category scheme not mapped to UNTDID 7143

Frequently Asked Questions

Use valid UNTDID 7143 code for the item classification scheme. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Yes, BR-CL-13 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

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BR-CL-13:Invalid item classification scheme