warningEN16931
UBL-CR-661:A UBL invoice should not include the PaymentMeansCode listID
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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AUTO-FIX1. Identify the non-EN16931 element. 2. Remove from invoice or move data to EN16931-compliant location.
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Upload and Fix NowWhy This Error Matters
Invoice will be rejected by EN16931 validators. These conformance rules prohibit UBL attributes and element combinations not in the EN16931 e-invoicing profile. Remove the disallowed attribute or restructure the element.
Common Causes
- PaymentMeansCode contains listID attribute
- cbc:PaymentMeansCode/@listID not in EN16931
- List identifier on payment code not permitted
- UNTDID 4461 code list reference not needed
- ERP exports list ID attribute on payment means
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-661 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-661 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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