BT-154: Item Description
Extended, detailed narrative description of the item or service.
Technical Specification
Optional (0..1), recommended for extensive service specifications
Semantic data format according to European Standard EN 16931-1
What does BT-154 mean?
BT-154 supplements the concise item name (BT-153) with extended technical specifications or work detail logs.
XML Syntax & Code Example
<cac:Item>
<cbc:Name>Beratungsleistung</cbc:Name>
<cbc:Description>Workshop zur Umstellung auf EN 16931 konforme E-Rechnungsprozesse.</cbc:Description>
</cac:Item>Check BT-154 in your invoice
Use the XML paths above to locate BT-154. A snippet illustrates this field; it is not a complete invoice. After correcting a value in the source application, export and check the entire file again.
Official specifications and rule sets
Requirements depend on the invoice profile and version. Consult the matching specification for mandatory fields, code lists and rules; Peppol-specific requirements do not automatically apply to every ZUGFeRD invoice.
Related Business Terms (BTs)
Create compliant E-Invoices easily
Create XRechnung and ZUGFeRD invoices in Billance and check the exported file locally. Use this guide to understand BT-154 and review your invoice details before sending.