How do I fix DE-R-008?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:BuyerReference` element in your Invoice. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is DE-R-008 a critical error?

Yes, DE-R-008 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can DE-R-008 be automatically fixed?

Yes, DE-R-008 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931 · Germany

DE-R-008Fixable here

The element "Buyer city" (BT-52) shall be provided.

This is the rejection, word for word: „[DE-R-008] Buyer city is missing. German invoices must include the buyer's city in the address (BT-52).“

What to have readyThe missing value from your purchase order, contract or bookkeeping.

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:BuyerReference` element in your Invoice.

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <cbc:BuyerReference><!-- invalid or missing value --></cbc:BuyerReference>
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <cbc:BuyerReference>correct-value</cbc:BuyerReference>
</Invoice>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · DE-R-008

Location//cac:PaymentMeans/cbc:PaymentMeansCode

From youThe missing value

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

DE-R-015Buyer reference required (German)