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IN-PAYABLE-POSITIVE:Payable amount should be positive
The amount due for payment (PayableAmount) should typically be a positive value.
Fix this in your source system
MANUALThe payable amount is negative, which typically indicates a calculation error or that this should be a credit note instead. Review the invoice totals and line items in your source system. If this is a refund, use invoice type 381 (Credit Note).
See the step-by-step instructions below to fix this error manually.
Why This Error Matters
Invoices should have positive payable.
How to Fix It
1
Check amount
PayableAmount value
2
Use credit note
Document type 381 for negative amounts
Technical Details
XPath: /Invoice/cac:LegalMonetaryTotal/cbc:PayableAmountCommon Causes
- Negative payable on invoice type 380
Frequently Asked Questions
PayableAmount should typically be positive.
For credits use credit note (381) instead. Invoice Navigator can help identify and fix this issue.
Yes, PEPPOL-EN16931-R044 is a critical error that must be fixed.
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Last updated: 19 January 2026
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