LEDES Error: BF119 - Purchase Order or Tax Reporting Requirements Error

Overview of the Issue

You encountered the error message:

BF119: "Only LEDES 98BI format is accepted for purchase orders or tax reporting. Please upload your file in the correct format to meet the requirements."

This error indicates that your file is not in the required LEDES 98BI format.

Possible Causes:

• Incorrect file format: A file other than LEDES 98BI was uploaded.
• Configuration settings: Purchase orders or tax reporting settings are not properly configured.

Troubleshooting the Issue

Step 1: Verify the File Format

Ensure that the file you are uploading is in the correct LEDES 98BI format.

💡 Tip: Double-check your file’s extension before uploading. Only .txt files using the 98BI format are accepted. Older formats, like 98B, don’t include the necessary tax or purchase order fields.

How to Fix the Issue

Step 2: Change the LEDES File Type to 98BI

1. Open your file and ensure it follows the LEDES 98BI format specifications.
2. Convert the file to the 98BI format, if necessary.
   • Ensure the file includes the required tax and purchase order fields.
3. Re-upload the file after conversion.

⚠️ Important: Resolving BF119 typically resolves the related error BF111: No Invoices Uploaded.

Common Related Issue: Error BF111 - No Invoices Uploaded

Note: Fixing the BF119 error usually resolves this issue. Ensure your file is in LEDES 98BI format before uploading.

Additional Resources:

• LEDES 98BI Format Specifications
• How to Create a LEDES 98BI Legal Invoice File

Summary

By verifying and converting your file to the correct LEDES 98BI format, you can resolve error BF119 and avoid related errors like BF111. Be sure to check for proper file extensions and format specifications before uploading.