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BR-CL-16 - Payment means code: UNCL 4461

The payment means type code (BT-81) must use the UNCL 4461 code list.

BR-CL-16 - Payment means code: UNCL 4461

The payment means type code (BT-81) must use the UNCL 4461 code list.

Code listsEN 16931BT-81 Error

What this rule checks

The payment means type code (BT-81) must use the UNCL 4461 code list.

How to fix it

Use a valid UNCL 4461 value, e.g. 30 (credit transfer) or 58 (SEPA credit transfer).

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This rule is part of EN 16931. Check your invoice with the validator that matches your format:

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Source: CEN EN 16931 Schematron · Last verified: 2026-07-10

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