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PEPPOL-EN16931-R041:Allowance/charge base amount MUST be provided when allowance/charge percentage is provided.
When an allowance or charge has a percentage, the base amount must also be provided. You cannot have a percentage without knowing what it is a percentage of.
Fix this in your source system
MANUALAllowance/charge calculations require both base amount and percentage, or just the amount. The calculation method must match your pricing agreements.
See the step-by-step instructions below to fix this error manually.
Why This Error Matters
Invoice will be rejected by PEPPOL validation. Percentage without base amount is incomplete and cannot be verified.
Common Causes
- Percentage provided without base amount
- Base amount field not mapped in export
- ERP stores percentage but not base
- Partial data entry
- Template missing base amount field
Frequently Asked Questions
When an allowance or charge has a percentage, the base amount must also be provided. You cannot have a percentage without knowing what it is a percentage of.
When an allowance or charge has a percentage, the base amount must also be provided. You cannot have a percentage without knowing what it is a percentage of. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, PEPPOL-EN16931-R041 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.
Many instances of PEPPOL-EN16931-R041 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues.
Last updated: 18 January 2026
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