The SEPA direct debit export generates an XML file with all the information that your bank can read.

1. Go to the  Accounting tab in the function bar and select  Outsatnding invoices > SEPA direct debit and a company (if applicable).
   Alternatively, start the export from a list of segments by clicking  Select action and apply to list > SEPA Direct Debit Export.
2. Confirm the message by clicking Export.
3. Select the target directory.
4. An XML and a TXT file will be filed in the specified target directory.
   Note: The XML file is read by the bank. The TXT file summarises all the information.
5. Depending on the company settings, a payment for this invoice is automatically generated in the segment. (Set up the SEPA direct debit procedure)
6. The value date of the direct debit is determined by the term of payment (minimum two days after the direct debit is created, in older versions minimum five days for the first collection, minimum two days for subsequent collections). Export your direct debits in good time to ensure punctual value dates. More on SEPA Direct Debit