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UBL-CR-615:A UBL invoice should not include the InvoiceLine Item AdditionalItemProperty UsabilityPeriod

This UBL element should not be present in an EN16931 invoice. It is allowed in full UBL 2.1 but not in the EN16931 subset.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by EN16931 validators. These conformance rules prohibit UBL elements that are not part of the EN16931 e-invoicing profile. Remove the disallowed element.

Common Causes

  • Invoice line item property contains UsabilityPeriod
  • AdditionalItemProperty UsabilityPeriod not permitted
  • Validity period for properties not in EN16931
  • Time-limited properties not needed in e-invoice
  • ERP exports property validity periods

Frequently Asked Questions

This UBL element should not be present in an EN16931 invoice. It is allowed in full UBL 2.1 but not in the EN16931 subset.
This UBL element should not be present in an EN16931 invoice. It is allowed in full UBL 2.1 but not in the EN16931 subset. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
UBL-CR-615 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but it indicates a potential compliance issue that should be addressed.
Many instances of UBL-CR-615 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues.

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Last updated: 16 January 2026

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