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`BR-DE-25-a`:When payment is by direct debit (SEPA), the mandate reference identifier is required. This is the unique reference numbe

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.

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Requires user input: SEPA mandate reference identifier. User must provide the unique mandate ID from their direct debit agreement. Cannot derive - must come from contractual documentation.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by XRechnung validation. German public sector recipients require complete SEPA direct debit information for automated payment processing.

Common Causes

Direct debit payment selected but mandate field left empty
ERP system does not capture SEPA mandate information
Mandate reference stored in separate system not linked to invoicing
Manual invoice creation without access to mandate database
Payment method changed to direct debit after invoice created

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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BR-DE-25-a:When payment is by direct debit (SEPA), the mandate reference identifier is required. This is the unique reference numbe

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Why This Error Matters

Common Causes

Frequently Asked Questions

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`BR-DE-25-a`:When payment is by direct debit (SEPA), the mandate reference identifier is required. This is the unique reference numbe