errorcii-d16b

CII-SR-002:Missing ExchangedDocument context

CII documents must include the ExchangedDocumentContext header.

Fix this in your source system

MANUAL

CII documents require the ExchangedDocumentContext header element. This structural requirement must be implemented in your CII document generator. Contact your software vendor for CII format compliance.

See the step-by-step instructions below to fix this error manually.

Why This Error Matters

Document context identifies the profile and rules for processing.

How to Fix It

1

Add context

ExchangedDocumentContext is required

2

Specify profile

EN16931 or country-specific profile

3

Add BusinessProcessSpecifiedDocumentContextParameterID

For Peppol or specific process

Code Example

<rsm:ExchangedDocumentContext>
  <ram:GuidelineSpecifiedDocumentContextParameterID>
    urn:cen.eu:en16931:2017
  </ram:GuidelineSpecifiedDocumentContextParameterID>
</rsm:ExchangedDocumentContext>

Technical Details

XPath: /rsm:CrossIndustryInvoice/rsm:ExchangedDocumentContext

Common Causes

  • Missing context block
  • Wrong profile identifier
  • Incomplete context

Commonly Seen In

ZUGFeRD/Factur-X generators

Frequently Asked Questions

CII documents must include the ExchangedDocumentContext header.
Add ExchangedDocumentContext with GuidelineSpecifiedDocumentContextParameterID. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, CII-SR-002 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 CII-SR-002 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including missing exchangeddocument context.
CII-SR-002 is commonly seen in exports from ZUGFeRD/Factur-X generators. These software packages sometimes generate invoices that need adjustment to meet full compliance standards.

Related Errors

BR-01

Invoice must have specification identifier

CII-SR-001

Invalid CII namespace

Last updated: 18 January 2026

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