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BR-TMP-2:BT-124 "External document location" muss eine absolute URL mit gültigem Schema enthalten.

Invalid external document URL. The external document location (BT-124) must be an absolute URL with a valid scheme (http/https).

Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by German validators. External document references must use absolute URLs with valid schemes (http/https) to be accessible by receiving systems.

Common Causes

  • External document URL is not absolute or has invalid scheme
  • BT-124 must contain full URL with http:// or https://
  • Relative path used instead of absolute URL
  • URL scheme missing or not recognized
  • External document reference format invalid

Frequently Asked Questions

Invalid external document URL. The external document location (BT-124) must be an absolute URL with a valid scheme (http/https).
Invalid external document URL. The external document location (BT-124) must be an absolute URL with a valid scheme (http/https). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
BR-TMP-2 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but it indicates a potential compliance issue that should be addressed.
Many instances of BR-TMP-2 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues.

See Also

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Last updated: 16 January 2026

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