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FX-SCH-A-001130: Exemption reason code on a line must be allowed

In short

Error: fails the selected checks.

FX-SCH-A-001130 means a non-empty exemption reason code in an invoice line's tax details is not allowed. Correct ram:ExemptionReasonCode using a permitted code that matches the reason for the tax treatment.

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What it means

The rule checks ram:ExemptionReasonCode under the line's ram:SpecifiedLineTradeSettlement/ram:ApplicableTradeTax against code list 25. An empty value passes. It does not check ram:ExemptionReason text or establish whether a text-only reason satisfies other requirements.

Why it matters

A recognised exemption reason code lets software identify the reason stated for the tax treatment.

How to fix it

Check ram:ExemptionReasonCode in the affected line's ram:ApplicableTradeTax. Use the appropriate permitted VATEX code, such as VATEX-EU-AE for reverse charge or VATEX-EU-IC for intra-community supply. Keep explanatory text in ram:ExemptionReason rather than the code field. Export again and recheck.

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The rule as published

Value of 'ram:ExemptionReasonCode' is not allowed.

Where this rule applies

Rule set Version
Factur-X 1.09 EXTENDED 1.0.9-2
ZUGFeRD 2.5 EXTENDED 2.5.2
Rule text from phive-rules 4.6.4.

Check your file

Drop your e-invoice to see whether FX-SCH-A-001130 still fails, and which other rules do.

Updated 6 November 2026