How do I fix BR-O-07?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cac:AllowanceCharge` element in your Invoice (BR-O-07). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-O-07 a critical error?

Yes, BR-O-07 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-O-07 be automatically fixed?

Yes, BR-O-07 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-O-07Fixable here

When using this VAT category, the VAT rate must be 0 (zero). This category...

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-O-07] When using this VAT category, the VAT rate must be 0 (zero). This category does not have a positive tax rate (applies to `cac:AllowanceCharge`, rule BR-O-07).“

What to have readyThe missing value from your purchase order, contract or bookkeeping.

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cac:AllowanceCharge` element in your Invoice (BR-O-07).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <cac:AllowanceCharge>-100.00</cac:AllowanceCharge>
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <cac:AllowanceCharge>100.00</cac:AllowanceCharge>
</Invoice>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-O-07

Location//cac:AllowanceCharge[cbc:ChargeIndicator='true']/cac:TaxCategory[cbc:ID='O']/cbc:Percent

From youThe missing value

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-37Each Document level charge (BG-21) shall have a Document level charge VAT...BR-AE-07Document level charge with reverse charge must have 0% VAT rate BR-AF-01IGIC invoice must have a matching VAT breakdown entry