What it means
Inside the delivery details (ApplicableHeaderTradeDelivery), there should be no PackingListReferencedDocument, a reference to the list of what was packed.
Why it matters
This is a warning, so the file is still accepted. EN 16931 has no field for a packing list, so receiving software normally ignores the reference and the buyer cannot find the list from the invoice data.
How to fix it
Remove the packing list reference from the file. If the buyer needs the list, add it as a supporting document (BG-24) with an attachment instead. Most invoicing software has an option to attach a file to the invoice. If you can choose a profile when you export, pick EN 16931 rather than Extended.
The rule as published
PackingListReferencedDocument should not be present Where this rule applies
| Rule set | Version |
|---|---|
| EN 16931 (CII) | 1.3.17 |
| XRechnung 3.0 (CII) | 3.0.2 |
| NLCIUS (CII) | 1.0.3.13 |
| France CTC (CII) | 1.4.0-04 |
Check your file
Drop your e-invoice to see whether CII-SR-338 still fails, and which other rules do.
Related rules
- CII-SR-339 Amount due must not sit directly in the settlement section
- CII-SR-340 Leave out the creditor reference type code
- CII-SR-341 Leave out the creditor reference type
- CII-SR-342 Leave out the creditor reference issuer identifier
- CII-SR-344 Leave out the payment currency code
- CII-SR-345 Leave out the invoice issuer reference