How do I fix DE-R-011?

This requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cac:Address` (BT-78). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is DE-R-011 a critical error?

Yes, DE-R-011 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can DE-R-011 be automatically fixed?

DE-R-011 requires a specific input value (e.g., a missing identifier or code). Provide the required data and re-validate.

Error codes · EN 16931 · Germany

DE-R-011In your invoicing software

The element "Deliver to post code" (BT-78) shall be provided if the group...

This is the rejection, word for word: „[DE-R-011] Delivery postal code is missing. When a delivery address is provided in German invoices, the delivery postal code (BT-78) is required.“

What to have readySeller email

What we doThis requires user input to resolve. Provide the correct value for `cac:Address` (BT-78).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:DeliveryLocation>
  <cac:Address>INVALID_CODE</cac:Address>
</cac:DeliveryLocation>

After

<cac:DeliveryLocation>
  <cac:Address>VALID_CODE</cac:Address>
</cac:DeliveryLocation>

Element order is part of the rule: if the element sits in the wrong place, the validator rejects with DE-R-011.

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingStructure invalid · DE-R-011

Location//cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:Contact/cbc:ElectronicMail

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Often appears together with

BR-57Each Deliver to address (BG-15) shall contain a Deliver to country code (BT-80)DE-R-010The element "Deliver to city" (BT-77) shall be provided if the group...