How do I fix BR-S-04?

This requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cac:AllowanceCharge` (BG-21) (BR-S-04). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-S-04 a critical error?

Yes, BR-S-04 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-S-04 be automatically fixed?

BR-S-04 requires a specific input value (e.g., a missing identifier or code). Provide the required data and re-validate.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-S-04Fixable here

Seller VAT number missing (required for standard-rated charges)

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-S-04] Your invoice includes a document-level charge (surcharge) with standard VAT rate, but the seller does not have a VAT registration number on the invoice. Standard-rated VAT charges require the seller to be VAT-registered.“

What to have readySeller VAT Number

What we doThis requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cac:AllowanceCharge` (BG-21) (BR-S-04).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <cac:AllowanceCharge>INVALID_CODE</cac:AllowanceCharge>
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <cac:AllowanceCharge>VALID_CODE</cac:AllowanceCharge>
</Invoice>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-S-04

Location/Invoice/cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:PartyTaxScheme/cbc:CompanyID

From youSeller VAT Number

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