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BR-DE-07:German postal code format
German postal codes should be 5 digits.
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Upload and Answer QuestionsWhy This Error Matters
German postal codes have leading zeros.
How to Fix It
1
Check postal codes
German PostalZone values
2
Pad with zeros
01234, not 1234
Technical Details
XPath: //cac:PostalAddress[cac:Country/cbc:IdentificationCode="DE"]/cbc:PostalZoneCommon Causes
- Missing leading zero
- Wrong length
Frequently Asked Questions
German postal codes should be 5 digits.
Use 5-digit format with leading zeros (e.g., 01234). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
BR-DE-07 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but it indicates a potential compliance issue that should be addressed to ensure full compatibility.
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Last updated: 18 January 2026
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