Domain and value errorsDomain & value

CDS40013Data element contains invalid value

HMRC explanation

A DE contains invalid information related to a Tariff measure/condition - For example, the Preference code in DE 4/17 is incorrect.

Where this is in relation to a measurement unit error on DE 6/2 and/or DE 4/4: This can be due to the values supplied being invalid, or an incorrect combination has been entered. For example, supplying both LPA and ASV in DE 4/4 against an excise tax type that does not permit this combination. It can also indicate that two instances of the same measurement amount do not align. For example, the DE 6/2 Supplementary unit amount in litres differs to the amount entered against a measurement unit LTR in DE 4/4.

Source: HMRC, Customs Declaration Service error codes, Open Government Licence v3.0. GOV.UK publication · Licence

What this means

A data element carries a value that conflicts with a tariff measure or condition for the commodity, such as a preference code or a measurement unit that does not fit.

What to check for CDS40013

  • The preference code in DE 4/17 against the measure and your origin evidence.
  • Measurement units in DE 6/2 and DE 4/4 against the commodity code's measures on the UK Trade Tariff.
  • Whether two values in the same element are an allowed combination for the tax type involved.

Our guide to preference codes in CDS covers DE 4/17 in detail.

What to check across the Domain and value errors

A code or value is not recognised, does not apply to the commodity, conflicts with a tariff measure or condition, or is duplicated. Check the code list for the element, the measures for the commodity code on the UK Trade Tariff, and any preference, unit or document code tied to those measures.

FAQ
What does CDS40013 mean?

CDS40013 means a data element contains a value that conflicts with a tariff measure or condition. HMRC's examples include an incorrect preference code in DE 4/17 and measurement-unit errors in DE 6/2 or DE 4/4. Check those values against the commodity code's measures and your origin evidence.

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Source: HMRC, Customs Declaration Service error codes, Open Government Licence v3.0. GOV.UK publication · Licence