Amazon Sellers: VAT Calculation Report Column Names Evolving for EU E-Invoicing Compliance
Amazon is set to update the column names within its VAT Calculation Report (VCR) effective January 1, 2026. This change is designed to align with evolving e-invoicing mandates across the European Union. Sellers utilizing the VCR to track orders for which Amazon generates invoices will need to adapt their systems to reflect these new field names.
Key Takeaways
- Effective Date: January 1, 2026.
- Affected Report: VAT Calculation Report (VCR).
- Reason for Change: To comply with EU e-invoicing mandates.
- Impact: Sellers using VCR to retrieve order data for Amazon-generated invoices.
- Action Required: Update code to accommodate new column names.
Evolving E-Invoicing Fields
The upcoming modifications will update specific e-invoicing related columns in the VAT Calculation Report. These changes aim to broaden the applicability of these fields beyond Italy's SDI (Sistema di Interscambio) to encompass any marketplace where the VAT Calculation Service (VCS) supports e-invoicing.
The following table outlines the specific column name changes:
| Existing Field Name | New Field Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| SDI Invoice Delivery Status | E-Invoice Delivery Status | Status of e-invoice submission |
| SDI Invoice Error Code | E-Invoice Error Code | Error code if e-invoice submission failed |
| SDI Invoice Error Description | E-Invoice Error Description | Error description if e-invoice submission failed |
| SDI Invoice Status Last Updated | E-Invoice Status Last Updated | Most recent e-invoice submission status update date |
Who Will Be Affected?
This update directly impacts sellers who are enrolled in the VAT Calculation Service (VCS) and rely on the VAT Calculation Report. Specifically, those who use this report to obtain a list of orders for which Amazon has issued invoices or e-invoices on their behalf will need to be aware of these changes.
Required Actions for Sellers
To ensure a smooth transition and continued accurate data retrieval, sellers are strongly advised to update their systems and any associated code. This adjustment is necessary to correctly process the data using the new column names by the January 1, 2026 deadline.