How do I fix BR-S-09?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:TaxAmount` element in your Invoice (BR-S-09). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-S-09 a critical error?

Yes, BR-S-09 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-S-09 be automatically fixed?

Yes, BR-S-09 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Which accounting software causes BR-S-09?

BR-S-09 is commonly seen in exports from All invoicing software. These software packages sometimes generate invoices that need adjustment to meet full compliance standards.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-S-09Partly

VAT amount is calculated incorrectly

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-S-09] The VAT amount in the standard-rated breakdown does not match the taxable amount multiplied by the tax rate. For example, if the taxable amount is 1,000.00 and the rate is 21%, the VAT amount should be 210.00.“

XPath: cac:TaxTotal/cac:TaxSubtotal[cac:TaxCategory/cbc:ID="S"]/cbc:TaxAmount — EN16931 rule BR-S-09. Formula: TaxAmount = TaxableAmount × Percent / 100. Tolerance: 0.01.

What to have readyThe correct figures from your bookkeeping; we show you which field is affected.

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:TaxAmount` element in your Invoice (BR-S-09).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:TaxSubtotal>
  <cbc:TaxAmount>999.99</cbc:TaxAmount>
  <!-- Does not match expected calculation -->
</cac:TaxSubtotal>

After

<cac:TaxSubtotal>
  <cbc:TaxAmount>100.00</cbc:TaxAmount>
  <!-- Matches expected calculation -->
</cac:TaxSubtotal>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingNeeds your check · BR-S-09

From youThe correct figures

ThenChecked again

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-CO-14Invoice total VAT amount must equal the sum of VAT category tax amounts BR-S-08Standard rated VAT amount doesn't add up