How do I fix DE-R-019?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cbc:ID` element in your Invoice (DE-R-019). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is DE-R-019 a critical error?

Yes, DE-R-019 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can DE-R-019 be automatically fixed?

Yes, DE-R-019 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931 · Germany

DE-R-019In your invoicing software

Invalid IBAN format. When payment means code 58 (SEPA credit transfer) is...

This is the rejection, word for word: „[DE-R-019] Invalid IBAN format. When payment means code 58 (SEPA credit transfer) is used, the payment account (BT-84) must contain a valid IBAN.“

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:ID` element in your Invoice (DE-R-019).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:PayeeFinancialAccount>
  <cbc:ID>INVALID_CODE</cbc:ID>
</cac:PayeeFinancialAccount>

After

<cac:PayeeFinancialAccount>
  <cbc:ID>VALID_CODE</cbc:ID>
</cac:PayeeFinancialAccount>

Element order is part of the rule: if the element sits in the wrong place, the validator rejects with DE-R-019.

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingStructure invalid · DE-R-019

Location//cac:AccountingCustomerParty/cac:Party/cac:PostalAddress/cbc:CityName

From youA re-exported file

ThenRe-export

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-50A Payment account identifier (BT-84) shall be present if Credit transfer...BR-61Payment account identifier required for credit transfer types