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BR-S-01:Standard rate must be in VAT breakdown
If any line uses VAT category S, VAT breakdown must include S category.
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AUTO-FIX1. Find all lines/allowances/charges with this VAT category. 2. Ensure exactly one TaxSubtotal with matching category exists. 3. Create if missing.
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Invoice will be rejected. Standard rated VAT (category S) requires seller VAT registration, positive VAT rate, and correct tax calculations. Missing elements prevent tax compliance verification.
How to Fix It
1
Check line categories
Any line with TaxCategory S?
2
Add breakdown
Include TaxSubtotal for S with rate and amounts
Technical Details
XPath: /Invoice/cac:TaxTotal/cac:TaxSubtotal/cac:TaxCategory[cbc:ID="S"]Common Causes
- Standard rated (S) category used but no S breakdown exists
- Invoice lines use BT-151=S but BG-23 missing S entry
- cac:TaxSubtotal for standard rate not generated
- Tax breakdown section lacks mandatory S category
- Standard rated items require matching breakdown entry
Frequently Asked Questions
If any line uses VAT category S, VAT breakdown must include S category.
Add TaxSubtotal with TaxCategory/ID = "S". You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-S-01 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-S-01 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including standard rate must be in vat breakdown.
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Last updated: 16 January 2026
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