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PT-R-003:SAF-T compliance recommended

Portuguese invoices should be SAF-T (PT) compliant for reporting.

Fix this in your source system

MANUAL

SAF-T (PT) compliance requires invoices to be structured according to the Portuguese Standard Audit File for Tax format. This cannot be achieved by modifying individual fields. Ensure your invoicing software is SAF-T (PT) compliant for proper tax reporting to Autoridade Tributária.

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

Why This Error Matters

Portuguese companies must submit SAF-T files monthly.

How to Fix It

1

Check fields

All SAF-T required fields present

2

Configure ERP

Enable SAF-T export capability

Technical Details

SAF-T PT export requirement

Common Causes

  • Missing SAF-T required fields
  • Incompatible data format

Frequently Asked Questions

Portuguese invoices should be SAF-T (PT) compliant for reporting.
Ensure invoice data can export to SAF-T format. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
PT-R-003 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but should be addressed for full compliance.

See Also

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E-Invoicing in Portugal

Requirements & common errors

Related Errors

PT-R-001

Portuguese NIF required

PT-R-002

AT document codes required

Last updated: 19 January 2026

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