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BR-IC-04:When using this VAT category, the seller must have a VAT identifier, tax registration, or tax representative.
When using this VAT category, the seller must have a VAT identifier, tax registration, or tax representative.
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NEEDS INPUT1. Check for existing VAT/tax identifiers. 2. If none, prompt for seller VAT number. 3. Add PartyTaxScheme.
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Upload and Answer QuestionsWhy This Error Matters
Invoice will be rejected. Intra-community supply (category IC) requires both seller and buyer VAT numbers for reverse charge mechanism. Missing elements prevent cross-border VAT compliance verification.
Common Causes
- Intra-community supply missing exemption reason code
- cbc:TaxExemptionReasonCode required for IC transactions
- VATEX code not provided for intra-community zero-rate treatment
- IC requires explicit exemption justification code
- Tax exemption reason code not mapped for category IC
Frequently Asked Questions
When using this VAT category, the seller must have a VAT identifier, tax registration, or tax representative.
When using this VAT category, the seller must have a VAT identifier, tax registration, or tax representative. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-IC-04 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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