How do I fix DE-R-017?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:InvoiceTypeCode` element in your Invoice (DE-R-017). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is DE-R-017 a critical error?

Yes, DE-R-017 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can DE-R-017 be automatically fixed?

Yes, DE-R-017 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931 · Germany

DE-R-017In your invoicing software

Invalid invoice type code. German invoices only allow specific type codes:...

This is the rejection, word for word: „[DE-R-017] Invalid invoice type code. German invoices only allow specific type codes: 326 (partial), 380 (commercial), 384 (corrected), 389 (self-billed), 381 (credit note), 875-877 (construction).“

What to have readyNothing. The file has to be re-exported from your invoicing software; we check it again afterwards.

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:InvoiceTypeCode` element in your Invoice (DE-R-017).

Choose the rejected invoiceor drop it here

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <cbc:InvoiceTypeCode>INVALID_CODE</cbc:InvoiceTypeCode>
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <cbc:InvoiceTypeCode>VALID_CODE</cbc:InvoiceTypeCode>
</Invoice>

Element order is part of the rule: if the element sits in the wrong place, the validator rejects with DE-R-017.

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingStructure invalid · DE-R-017

Location//cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:PostalAddress/cbc:PostalZone

From youA re-exported file

ThenRe-export

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check