How do I fix UBL-CR-395?

Invoice Navigator automatically removes the disallowed `cac:PhysicalLocation` element from your Invoice (UBL-CR-395). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is UBL-CR-395 a critical error?

Yes, UBL-CR-395 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can UBL-CR-395 be automatically fixed?

Yes, UBL-CR-395 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · UBL 2.1

UBL-CR-395In your invoicing software

A UBL invoice should not include the DeliveryParty PhysicalLocation

This is the rejection, word for word: „[UBL-CR-395] Your invoice contains a DeliveryParty PhysicalLocation element which is not allowed in EN16931 invoices. This element must be removed.“

What to have readyNothing. The file has to be re-exported from your invoicing software; we check it again afterwards.

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically removes the disallowed `cac:PhysicalLocation` element from your Invoice (UBL-CR-395).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:DeliveryParty>
  <cac:PhysicalLocation>value</cac:PhysicalLocation>
</cac:DeliveryParty>

After

<cac:DeliveryParty>
  <!-- cac:PhysicalLocation removed for EN 16931 compliance -->
</cac:DeliveryParty>

Element order is part of the rule: if the element sits in the wrong place, the validator rejects with UBL-CR-395.

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingStructure invalid · UBL-CR-395

Location/Invoice/cac:Delivery/cac:DeliveryParty/cac:PhysicalLocation

From youA re-exported file

ThenRe-export

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check