How do I fix BR-O-13?

Remove or correct the `cac:TaxSubtotal` element in your Invoice XML to comply with the rule (BR-O-13). You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Is BR-O-13 a critical error?

Yes, BR-O-13 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.

Can BR-O-13 be automatically fixed?

BR-O-13 affects financial fields and cannot be automatically modified. This must be corrected in the source invoicing system.

Error codes · EN 16931

BR-O-13Partly

Inconsistent allowance VAT with "Not subject to VAT". Document allowances...

This is the rejection, word for word: „[BR-O-13] Inconsistent allowance VAT with "Not subject to VAT". Document allowances must use VAT category O when the invoice uses "Not subject to VAT".“

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

What we doRemove or correct the `cac:TaxSubtotal` element in your Invoice XML to comply with the rule (BR-O-13).

Choose the rejected invoiceor drop it here

XRechnung XML or ZUGFeRD PDF. Checking is free · corrected file €1.90 · the first every 30 days is free · no sign-up.

If you enter it yourself in your invoicing software

Before

<cac:TaxTotal>
  <cac:TaxSubtotal>-100.00</cac:TaxSubtotal>
</cac:TaxTotal>

After

<cac:TaxTotal>
  <cac:TaxSubtotal>100.00</cac:TaxSubtotal>
</cac:TaxTotal>

What the finding looks likeExample

FindingNeeds your check · BR-O-13

From youThe correct figures

ThenChecked again

ProofSHA-256 and /verify link after the check

Often appears together with

BR-32Each Document level allowance (BG-20) shall have a Document level allowance...BR-45Each VAT breakdown (BG-23) shall have a VAT category taxable amount (BT-116).BR-48VAT category rate required