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PEPPOL-COMMON-R047:Italian VAT Code (Partita Iva) must be stated in the correct format

Italian VAT Code (Partita IVA) must follow the correct format. This is an 11-digit number prefixed with "IT" for international use.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by Italian validation. Valid Partita IVA is required for VAT reporting.

Common Causes

  • VAT code has wrong number of digits
  • Missing or wrong country prefix
  • Check digit is incorrect
  • Non-numeric characters included
  • Spaces or formatting in VAT code

Frequently Asked Questions

Italian VAT Code (Partita IVA) must follow the correct format. This is an 11-digit number prefixed with "IT" for international use.
Italian VAT Code (Partita IVA) must follow the correct format. This is an 11-digit number prefixed with "IT" for international use. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
PEPPOL-COMMON-R047 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but it indicates a potential compliance issue that should be addressed.
Many instances of PEPPOL-COMMON-R047 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues.

Last updated: 16 January 2026

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