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FORMAT-004:Invalid ZUGFeRD profile
ZUGFeRD documents must specify valid profile.
Fix this in your source system
MANUALZUGFeRD documents must specify a valid profile (MINIMUM, BASIC, BASIC WL, EN16931, EXTENDED). The profile identifier in the XML must match one of these. Regenerate the invoice with your software configured for a valid ZUGFeRD profile.
See the step-by-step instructions below to fix this error manually.
Why This Error Matters
Profile determines validation rules.
How to Fix It
1
Check profile
MINIMUM, BASIC, COMFORT, EXTENDED
2
Set identifier
In XML guideline context
Technical Details
ZUGFeRD profile identificationCommon Causes
- Missing profile
- Invalid identifier
Frequently Asked Questions
ZUGFeRD documents must specify valid profile.
Use valid ZUGFeRD profile identifier. Invoice Navigator can help identify and fix this issue.
Yes, FORMAT-004 is a critical error that must be fixed.
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Last updated: 19 January 2026
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