errorDEXRECHNUNG
BR-DE-6:Das Element "Seller contact telephone number" (BT-42) muss übermittelt werden.
German XRechnung requires Seller Contact Telephone (BT-42). A phone number for the seller must be provided.
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Upload and Answer QuestionsWhy This Error Matters
Invoice rejected. German public sector requires seller phone for queries.
Common Causes
- Seller contact telephone missing for XRechnung
- BT-42 Seller contact telephone not transmitted
- German invoice requires seller contact phone
- Contact/Telephone element empty in seller party
- Seller contact section missing phone number
Frequently Asked Questions
German XRechnung requires Seller Contact Telephone (BT-42). A phone number for the seller must be provided.
German XRechnung requires Seller Contact Telephone (BT-42). A phone number for the seller must be provided. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-DE-6 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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Last updated: 18 January 2026
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