What it means
This rule checks a non-empty ram:CategoryCode under ram:ApplicableHeaderTradeSettlement/ram:ApplicableTradeTax against the EN 16931 profile's VAT category list. The allowed codes are S, Z, E, AE, K, G, O, L and M. An empty value does not fail this test; required fields, rates and calculations are checked separately.
Why it matters
The category identifies the VAT treatment represented by a breakdown row. A permitted code still needs to match the supplies and amounts included in that row.
How to fix it
Correct the VAT category of the affected header VAT breakdown row, not just a line's displayed VAT rate. If your software builds the breakdown from lines, discounts or charges, correct the relevant source data and regenerate it. In CII XML, the affected field is ram:ApplicableHeaderTradeSettlement/ram:ApplicableTradeTax/ram:CategoryCode. Export and recheck your invoice.
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The rule as published
Value of 'ram:CategoryCode' is not allowed. Where this rule applies
| Rule set | Version |
|---|---|
| Factur-X 1.09 EN 16931 | 1.0.9-2 |
| ZUGFeRD 2.5 EN 16931 | 2.5.2 |
Check your file
Drop your e-invoice to see whether FX-SCH-A-000587 still fails, and which other rules do.
Related rules
- FX-SCH-A-000588 Use a listed VAT point date code
- FX-SCH-A-000589 Use a listed VAT exemption reason code
- FX-SCH-A-000590 Add the VAT point date format attribute
- FX-SCH-A-000591 Use format 102 for the VAT point date
- FX-SCH-A-000592 Use VAT as the tax type code
- FX-SCH-A-000593 Use format 102 for the invoicing period end