The EIOPA taxonomy is complex with multiple versions, entry points, and modules. This guide helps you navigate the taxonomy structure and select the right components for your Solvency II reporting.
Key Takeaways
- Each reporting period has a specific taxonomy version
- Entry points define which templates are included
- Documentation explains element meanings
- DPM provides the underlying data model
- Validation rules are taxonomy-specific
Taxonomy Structure
EIOPA taxonomy components:
• Schema files (XSD) defining elements
• Label linkbases (multi-language)
• Presentation linkbases (template layout)
• Definition linkbases (dimensional relationships)
• Calculation linkbases (arithmetic rules)
• Validation rules (business logic)
Version Selection
Choosing taxonomy version:
• Based on reporting reference date
• Check EIOPA's version applicability table
• Annual cycle for major updates
• Hotfixes may be released mid-cycle
Always use the version applicable to your reporting period.
Entry Points
Entry points define scope:
• Annual solo entry point
• Quarterly solo entry point
• Annual group entry point
• Quarterly group entry point
• Specific template entry points
Choose the entry point matching your reporting obligation.
DPM Overview
The Data Point Model (DPM) underlies the taxonomy: • Data points are individual cells • Dimensions classify the data • Members are dimension values • Hierarchies define roll-ups Understanding DPM helps troubleshoot validation errors.
Documentation Resources
EIOPA provides:
• Taxonomy package (downloadable)
• DPM database
• Annotated templates
• Validation rule documentation
• Filing rules and guidelines
All available on EIOPA's website in the XBRL section.
Checklist
- Correct taxonomy version identified
- Entry point selected
- Documentation downloaded
- DPM mapping understood
- Validation rules reviewed
- Test data validated
- Production ready