errorEN16931

`BR-CL-19`:Invalid allowance reason code

Coded allowance reasons MUST belong to the UNCL 5189 code list. This applies to AllowanceChargeReasonCode for allowances (ChargeIndicator=false).

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Auto-fix: Map common allowance descriptions to UNCL 5189 codes. Default to 95 (discount) for generic allowances. Normalize invalid codes.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected. Allowance reason codes must use standardized UNCL 5189 values for proper processing.

How to Fix It

Identify allowance

Locate AllowanceCharge with ChargeIndicator=false and invalid AllowanceChargeReasonCode

Use valid UNCL 5189 code

Replace with valid code: 95 (discount), 100 (special agreement), 41 (bonus for works ahead of schedule), 42 (other bonus)

Verify code list

Valid codes: 41, 42, 60, 62-68, 70, 71, 88, 95, 100, 102-105

Technical Details

XPath: cac:AllowanceCharge[cbc:ChargeIndicator=false]/cbc:AllowanceChargeReasonCode

Common Causes

Allowance reason code not from UNCL 5189 list
Custom discount code used instead of standard
Reason code contains text description not numeric code
Legacy discount type not mapped to UNCL 5189
AllowanceChargeReasonCode value not in allowed list

Frequently Asked Questions

Coded allowance reasons MUST belong to the UNCL 5189 code list. This applies to AllowanceChargeReasonCode for allowances (ChargeIndicator=false).

Use valid UNCL 5189 allowance reason code. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Yes, BR-CL-19 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-19:Invalid allowance reason code