How do I fix UBL-DT-18?

Your invoice contains the name attribute on an element. This attribute is not allowed in EN16931 and must be removed. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is UBL-DT-18 a critical error?

UBL-DT-18 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but it indicates a potential compliance issue that should be addressed.

Can UBL-DT-18 be automatically fixed?

UBL-DT-18 affects financial fields and cannot be automatically modified. This must be corrected in the source invoicing system.

Error codes · EN16931

UBL-DT-18Partly

Name attribute should not be present

This is the rejection, word for word: „[UBL-DT-18] Your invoice contains the name attribute on an element. This attribute is not allowed in EN16931 and must be removed.“

What to have readyThe correct figures from your bookkeeping; we show you which field is affected.

What we doYour invoice contains the name attribute on an element. This attribute is not allowed in EN16931 and must be removed.

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What the finding looks likeExample

FindingNeeds your check · UBL-DT-18

From youThe correct figures

ThenChecked again

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