XRechnung
An XRechnung is a standardised e-invoice created in a structured XML format and processed electronically. It is particularly important when dealing with public sector contracting authorities because it meets defined formal and technical requirements. Unlike a traditional PDF invoice, its content is structured so that systems can automatically read and process the data. This reduces manual effort and lowers the risk of errors in invoice processing. A company creates an XRechnung when it bills a public authority for services and must submit the invoice electronically in the required format.