errorDExrechnung
BR-DE-30:SEPA creditor identifier required
SEPA direct debit requires creditor identifier.
Fix this in your source system
MANUALSEPA creditor identifier is issued by your bank and cannot be automatically determined. Contact your bank if you need this identifier.
See the step-by-step instructions below to fix this error manually.
Why This Error Matters
Invoice will be rejected by XRechnung validation. Without creditor identifier, SEPA direct debit cannot be processed - banks require this to authorize automatic payment collection.
How to Fix It
1
Add creditor ID
PayeeParty/PartyIdentification/ID
2
Set scheme
schemeID="SEPA"
Technical Details
XPath: /Invoice/cac:PayeeParty/cac:PartyIdentification/cbc:ID[@schemeID="SEPA"]Common Causes
- Direct debit selected but creditor ID field not populated
- Seller has not registered for SEPA direct debit creditor ID
- Creditor ID stored in banking system not integrated with invoicing
- ERP system does not have field for creditor identifier
- Payment method changed to direct debit without adding required fields
Frequently Asked Questions
SEPA direct debit requires creditor identifier.
Add creditor ID (Gläubiger-Identifikationsnummer). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-DE-30 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted by the recipient's system.
Many instances of BR-DE-30 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including sepa creditor identifier required.
See Also
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Last updated: 18 January 2026
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