How do I fix BR-CL-17?

A VAT Category Code is not a valid UNCL5305 code. Valid codes: S=standard, Z=zero, E=exempt, AE=reverse charge, K=intra-community. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-CL-17 a critical error?

Yes, BR-CL-17 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-CL-17 be automatically fixed?

Yes, BR-CL-17 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-CL-17Fixable here

Invoice tax categories MUST be coded using UNCL5305 code list

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-CL-17] A VAT Category Code is not a valid UNCL5305 code. Valid codes: S=standard, Z=zero, E=exempt, AE=reverse charge, K=intra-community.“

What to have readyThe missing value from your purchase order, contract or bookkeeping.

What we doA VAT Category Code is not a valid UNCL5305 code. Valid codes: S=standard, Z=zero, E=exempt, AE=reverse charge, K=intra-community.

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <!-- Issue: Invoice tax categories MUST be coded using UNCL5305 code lis -->
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <!-- Issue resolved per EN 16931 -->
</Invoice>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-CL-17

Locationram:ApplicableTradeTax/ram:CategoryCode

From youThe missing value

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check