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BR-DE-CVD-06-a:CVD CO2 emission value required

When CVD (Clean Vehicle Directive) applies, the CO2 emission value must be specified for the vehicle. This is required for German public procurement compliance under EU Directive 2019/1161.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by XRechnung validation. COVID scheme reference creates an obligation to provide all associated data for compliance and audit purposes.

Technical Details

The Clean Vehicle Directive requires CO2 emission values (typically in g/km for light vehicles or g/kWh for heavy vehicles) to determine the vehicle's emission class and compliance status.

Common Causes

  • CVD classification present but CO2 value missing
  • CO2 emission value not provided in correct format
  • Missing emission data for vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions

CO2 emissions are typically specified in grams per kilometer (g/km) for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, or grams per kilowatt-hour (g/kWh) for heavy-duty vehicles.
CO2 emission values are found in the vehicle's Certificate of Conformity (CoC) or type approval documentation.

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Last updated: 18 January 2026

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