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PEPPOL-EN16931-R046:Item net price MUST equal (Gross price - Allowance amount) when gross price is provided.

When gross price is provided, the net price must equal gross price minus the allowance amount. This validates the price calculation is mathematically correct.

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MANUAL

Item net price calculation (gross price minus allowance) must match your pricing structure. Discrepancies may indicate pricing or discount errors.

See the step-by-step instructions below to fix this error manually.

Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by PEPPOL validation. Price calculations must be mathematically consistent.

Common Causes

  • Net price does not equal gross minus allowance
  • Rounding difference in price calculation
  • Allowance amount changed without updating net price
  • Gross price updated without recalculating net
  • Manual override of net price breaks calculation

Frequently Asked Questions

When gross price is provided, the net price must equal gross price minus the allowance amount. This validates the price calculation is mathematically correct.
When gross price is provided, the net price must equal gross price minus the allowance amount. This validates the price calculation is mathematically correct. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, PEPPOL-EN16931-R046 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-R046 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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