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In practice, this clause specifies the circumstances under which credit notes may be issued, the required documentation, and how the adjustment will be reflected in the buyer\u2019s account or future invoices. Its core function is to ensure accurate financial reconciliation between parties and to provide a clear, agreed-upon method for correcting invoicing discrepancies."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}