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PEPPOL-EN16931-R044:Charge on price level is NOT allowed. Only value 'false' allowed.

Price level allowances/charges must be allowances only (ChargeIndicator = false). Surcharges at the item price level are not allowed in PEPPOL - they must be at line or document level.

Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by PEPPOL validation. PEPPOL only allows discounts (not surcharges) at the price level.

Common Causes

  • Charge applied at price level instead of line level
  • ERP models surcharges as price adjustments
  • ChargeIndicator incorrectly set to true for price allowance
  • Confusion between price, line, and document level charges
  • Template or mapping error

Frequently Asked Questions

Price level allowances/charges must be allowances only (ChargeIndicator = false). Surcharges at the item price level are not allowed in PEPPOL - they must be at line or document level.
Price level allowances/charges must be allowances only (ChargeIndicator = false). Surcharges at the item price level are not allowed in PEPPOL - they must be at line or document level. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, PEPPOL-EN16931-R044 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-R044 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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