CAMT Import
Import CAMT.053 ISO 20022 European standard statements with SEPA
CAMT Import module supports importing bank statements in CAMT.053 (ISO 20022) format - European standard, with complete SEPA information, BIC/IBAN and remittance information.
System automatically parses XML, validates BIC/IBAN, extracts remittance info and reconciles with invoices based on structured references.
Key Features
Key points
• CAMT.053 XML: Parse ISO 20022 format
• SEPA Support: Complete SEPA payment information
• BIC/IBAN Validation: Validate bank codes
• Remittance Info: Extract payment information
• Structured References: Reconcile by reference
• Multi-currency: Support multiple currencies
CAMT Import Process
Steps
1. Download XML: Download CAMT.053 from bank
2. Import file: Upload XML to Odoo
3. Parse XML: System parses ISO 20022 structure
4. Extract data: Extract transactions and remittance
5. Validate: Check BIC/IBAN
6. Reconcile: Match by structured reference
CAMT Information
Extracted Data
| Field | Description | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Amount | Transaction amount | Invoice reconciliation |
| Currency | Currency type | Multi-currency |
| Dates | Booking/Value date | Timing tracking |
| Debtor/Creditor | Party information | Partner matching |
| BIC/IBAN | Bank codes | Validation |
| Reference | Structured reference | Auto-reconcile |
Real-World Scenarios
Key points
• SEPA payments: Import SEPA credit transfers with full remittance
• EU operations: Multi-country transactions within EU
• B2B invoicing: Reconcile by structured reference
Best Practices
Key points
• Use structured references in invoices
• Validate BIC/IBAN before sending invoices
• Map currencies for multi-currency transactions
• Check remittance info for accurate reconciliation
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| XML parse error | Wrong format | Check CAMT.053 version |
| Invalid BIC/IBAN | Invalid code | Validate with bank |
| Currency not found | Currency not setup | Add currency to Odoo |
FAQ
Key points
• What is CAMT.053? European ISO 20022 standard bank statement format.
• Difference from OFX? CAMT has more complex XML structure, more SEPA information.
• Which banks support? Most EU and SEPA zone banks.
• Can import CAMT.052? No, only CAMT.053 (statement) supported.