R-message RR03: Creditor Identifier incorrect

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RR03: Creditor Identifier incorrect

SEPA return code RR03 β€” belongs to the RR group (cid).

TL;DR

  • Meaning: Creditor Identifier incorrect.
  • Category: CID.
  • Common cause: the cid is miscalculated or doesn’t match the registered one.
  • How to fix it: recompute with our cid tool and verify with your bank.
  • Bank fee? Typically yes (depends on your bank contract).

When it appears

The CID is miscalculated or doesn’t match the registered one.

How to fix it

Recompute with our CID tool and verify with your bank.

XML example

This code lives inside the <RsnInf> block of the return message (pain.002 or camt.054):

<Rtr>
  <RsnInf>
    <Rsn>
      <Cd>RR03</Cd>
    </Rsn>
    <AddtlInf>Return because of creditor identifier incorrect</AddtlInf>
  </RsnInf>
</Rtr>

Prevention

Before sending the batch to your bank, validate it with our SEPA XML Validator. Catch the errors your ERP misses and reduce RR-type returns.

Conclusion

RR03 is a cid type return. Follow the steps above to fix and re-issue.


Frequently Asked Questions

Does `RR03` carry a bank fee?
Almost always. Your bank charges a return fee per your contract.
Can I retry the collection?
It depends on the cause. Fix the reason above before retrying.
How do I prevent it?
Validate the batch before sending it and keep IBAN, mandates and CID up to date. Our [SEPA XML Validator](/sepa-direct-debit-xml-validator) catches most of these errors pre-submission.

Validate your SEPA XML file before uploading

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