BMF Issues Final Guidance on E-Invoice Error Categories and Validation Requirements

• The BMF published the final version of its updated letter on e-invoicing on 15.10.2025.
• The letter introduces three error categories for e-invoices: format errors, business rule errors, and content errors.
• The BMF clarifies the importance of validation processes and the use of validation software for e-invoices.
• The update emphasizes both formal and technical requirements for e-invoices according to CEN standard EN 16931.

Source: datenbank.nwb.de

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