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DE-R-005:The element "Seller contact point" (BT-41) shall be provided.
Seller contact name is missing. German invoices must include a contact person name (BT-41).
Why This Error Matters
Invoice will be rejected by German XRechnung validators. Germany has additional mandatory fields beyond EN16931 baseline, including seller contact details, complete addresses, and buyer reference (Leitweg-ID).
Common Causes
- German invoice missing seller contact point
- BT-41 Seller contact point not provided
- cbc:Name in seller contact empty or absent
- Contact person name required for XRechnung
- German public sector needs named contact
Frequently Asked Questions
Seller contact name is missing. German invoices must include a contact person name (BT-41).
Seller contact name is missing. German invoices must include a contact person name (BT-41). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, DE-R-005 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.
Many instances of DE-R-005 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues.
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Last updated: 16 January 2026
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