How do I fix BR-DE-25-a?

This requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cac:PaymentMandate` (BG-19). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-DE-25-a a critical error?

Yes, BR-DE-25-a is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-DE-25-a be automatically fixed?

BR-DE-25-a requires a specific input value (e.g., a missing identifier or code). Provide the required data and re-validate.

Error codes · XRechnung · Germany

BR-DE-25-aFixable here

When payment is by direct debit (SEPA), the mandate reference identifier is...

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-DE-25-a] When payment is by direct debit (SEPA), the mandate reference identifier is required. This is the unique reference number that identifies the mandate agreement between the buyer and seller for automatic payment collection.“

What to have readyMandate Reference ID

What we doThis requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cac:PaymentMandate` (BG-19).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:PaymentMeans>
  <cac:PaymentMandate>INVALID_CODE</cac:PaymentMandate>
</cac:PaymentMeans>

After

<cac:PaymentMeans>
  <cac:PaymentMandate>VALID_CODE</cac:PaymentMandate>
</cac:PaymentMeans>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-DE-25-a

From youMandate Reference ID

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-DE-01Invalid Leitweg-ID Format BR-DE-02Payment terms text recommended BR-DE-1Eine Rechnung (INVOICE) muss Angaben zu "PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS" (BG-16)...