How do I fix BR-O-02?

Invoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cac:InvoiceLine` element in your Invoice (BR-O-02). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-O-02 a critical error?

Yes, BR-O-02 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-O-02 be automatically fixed?

Yes, BR-O-02 can be automatically corrected. The fix is applied without modifying financial fields.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-O-02Fixable here

VAT identifier found but invoice is marked as not subject to VAT

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-O-02] Your invoice uses VAT category "O" (Not subject to VAT) on one or more lines, but the seller has a VAT identification number. These two things contradict each other — if VAT does not apply, the seller should not have a VAT ID on this invoice.“

What to have readyThe missing value from your purchase order, contract or bookkeeping.

What we doInvoice Navigator automatically fixes this issue by correcting the `cac:InvoiceLine` element in your Invoice (BR-O-02).

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If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<Invoice>
  <cac:InvoiceLine>-100.00</cac:InvoiceLine>
</Invoice>

After

<Invoice>
  <cac:InvoiceLine>100.00</cac:InvoiceLine>
</Invoice>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingValue missing · BR-O-02

Location/Invoice/cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:PartyTaxScheme/cbc:CompanyID

From youThe missing value

ThenPassed

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-16Invoice must contain at least one line BR-24Invoice line net amount required BR-AE-05Reverse charge invoice line must have 0% VAT rate