How do I fix DE-R-014?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:Percent` element in your Invoice (DE-R-014). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is DE-R-014 a critical error?

Yes, DE-R-014 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can DE-R-014 be automatically fixed?

Yes, DE-R-014 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931 · Germany

DE-R-014Fixable here

The element "VAT category rate" (BT-119) shall be provided.

This is the rejection, word for word: „[DE-R-014] The element VAT category rate (BT-119) shall be provided.. This applies to the `cbc:Percent` element in the invoice XML.“

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:Percent` element in your Invoice (DE-R-014).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:TaxCategory>
  <cbc:Percent><!-- invalid or missing value --></cbc:Percent>
</cac:TaxCategory>

After

<cac:TaxCategory>
  <cbc:Percent>correct-value</cbc:Percent>
</cac:TaxCategory>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · DE-R-014

Location//cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:PartyIdentification/cbc:ID

From youThe missing value

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-48VAT category rate required BR-AG-08IPSI taxable amount calculation error BR-AG-09IPSI VAT breakdown tax amount must be calculated correctly