What it means
The settlement section (ApplicableHeaderTradeSettlement) should not contain a CreditorReferenceType, a description of what kind of creditor reference is given. The bank assigned creditor identifier (BT-90) used for direct debit is a separate element and is allowed.
Why it matters
This is a warning, so the file is still accepted. EN 16931 has no field for the type of a creditor reference, so receiving software normally ignores it. Nothing the buyer pays or books depends on it.
How to fix it
Remove the creditor reference type from the settlement section. If you collect payment by direct debit, check that the creditor identifier is still filled in under the payment details in your invoicing software. Fixing it is optional and mainly keeps the check clean. If the warning comes back, report it to the vendor of your invoicing software.
The rule as published
CreditorReferenceType 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-341 still fails, and which other rules do.
Related rules
- 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
- CII-SR-346 Leave out the invoice date in the settlement section
- CII-SR-347 Leave out the next invoice date and time
- CII-SR-348 Leave out the credit reason code