How do I fix BR-DE-6?

This requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cbc:Telephone` (BT-42) (BR-DE-6). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-DE-6 a critical error?

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.

Can BR-DE-6 be automatically fixed?

BR-DE-6 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-6Fixable here

Das Element "Seller contact telephone number" (BT-42) muss übermittelt werden.

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-DE-6] German XRechnung requires Seller Contact Telephone (BT-42). A phone number for the seller must be provided.“

What to have readyContact Telephone (BT-42)

What we doThis requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cbc:Telephone` (BT-42) (BR-DE-6).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:Contact>
  <cbc:Telephone><!-- invalid or missing value --></cbc:Telephone>
</cac:Contact>

After

<cac:Contact>
  <cbc:Telephone>correct-value</cbc:Telephone>
</cac:Contact>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-DE-6

From youContact Telephone (BT-42)

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)...