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BR-E-06:Exempt VAT must be zero
VAT amount for category E must be zero.
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AUTO-FIX1. Find items with this category but non-zero rate. 2. Set rate to 0. 3. Or suggest different category if rate is intentional.
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Upload and Fix NowWhy This Error Matters
Invoice will be rejected. VAT exempt (category E) transactions must follow specific rules including zero rate and seller tax identification.
How to Fix It
1
Check E tax amount
TaxAmount for category E
2
Set to zero
Exempt means no VAT
Technical Details
XPath: /Invoice/cac:TaxTotal/cac:TaxSubtotal[cac:TaxCategory/cbc:ID="E"]/cbc:TaxAmountCommon Causes
- Exempt document allowance has non-zero VAT rate
- BT-95 is E but BT-96 is not 0%
- VAT exempt allowance must have zero rate
- Allowance rate field contains non-zero value
- Tax rate not cleared for exempt discount
Frequently Asked Questions
VAT amount for category E must be zero.
Set TaxAmount to 0.00 for exempt category. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-E-06 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-E-06 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including exempt vat must be zero.
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Last updated: 16 January 2026
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