What it means
This rule counts ram:TypeCode elements in each ram:AdditionalReferencedDocument under ram:ApplicableHeaderTradeAgreement that contains a type code of 916. Because that code is already present, a failure means there are multiple type-code elements, even if they all contain 916. It applies to the EN 16931 and Extended profiles of Factur-X and ZUGFeRD.
Why it matters
One type-code element identifies the reference as a supporting document reference. Repeating that element does not follow the required structure, even when the values agree.
How to fix it
In the affected supporting document reference, retain one ram:TypeCode containing 916 and remove the extra type-code elements. If another code belongs to a separate reference, give that reference its own ram:AdditionalReferencedDocument. If your invoicing software creates the duplicates, ask its supplier to correct the export. Export and recheck the file.
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The rule as published
Element 'ram:TypeCode' must occur exactly 1 times. Where this rule applies
| Rule set | Version |
|---|---|
| Factur-X 1.09 EN 16931 | 1.0.9-2 |
| Factur-X 1.09 EXTENDED | 1.0.9-2 |
| ZUGFeRD 2.5 EN 16931 | 2.5.2 |
| ZUGFeRD 2.5 EXTENDED | 2.5.2 |
Check your file
Drop your e-invoice to see whether FX-SCH-A-000564 still fails, and which other rules do.
Related rules
- FX-SCH-A-000565 A supporting document must use the type code 916
- FX-SCH-A-000566 The buyer contact email needs one address element
- FX-SCH-A-000567 The scheme of the buyer identifier must be an ISO 6523 code
- FX-SCH-A-000568 The buyer country must be a valid two-letter code
- FX-SCH-A-000569 The buyer's company registration scheme must use an ISO 6523 code
- FX-SCH-A-000570 The scheme of the buyer VAT number must be VA