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PEPPOL-COMMON-R048:Italian VAT Code (Partita Iva) must be stated in the correct format

Italian VAT Code (Partita IVA) must follow the correct format. This validation applies to another field where Italian VAT numbers appear.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by Italian validation. All Partita IVA fields must have valid format.

Common Causes

  • VAT code in this field has wrong format
  • Different VAT code locations have inconsistent formats
  • Wrong identifier type used in VAT field
  • Copy/paste introduced formatting issues
  • Typo in Partita IVA

Frequently Asked Questions

Italian VAT Code (Partita IVA) must follow the correct format. This validation applies to another field where Italian VAT numbers appear.
Italian VAT Code (Partita IVA) must follow the correct format. This validation applies to another field where Italian VAT numbers appear. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
PEPPOL-COMMON-R048 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-R048 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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