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Questions

Q: What is the "skip e-invoicing" option in BUSY and should I select yes or no for it?

Skip e-invoice option in BUSY is used/available to skip one month or 2 months e-invoice voucher/data (B2B) while generating GSTR1. Selecting Yes or No depends on whether you want to skip those invoices or not.

Q: I'm having trouble installing the GST Offline tool on my computer. What could be the reason?

check if in your system offline tool already install so first uninstall and then install. Check in your system Ms-Excel must be 2007 and above and check your system setting like chrome has been updated etc.

Q: How long does it take to validate the uploaded JSON file?

The processing time for returns after uploading can vary. It depends on the GST portal and the current workload. It is recommended to check the portal for updates on the processing status of your returns.

Q: How do I correct an error uploading invoices to the portal?

To correct error showing while uploading invoice in Portal, you can check the error mention red in colour in datail and correct the detail in onvoice as per the error shown then again upload .

Q: What happens if I don't file on time after uploading data?

If you don't file on time after uploading the data, you may face penalties or fines from the tax authorities. It is important to file your returns within the specified deadline to avoid any consequences.

Q: How do I file monthly and quarterly returns together in BUSY?

You can choose to generate the GST returns in BUSY either monthly or quarterly, depending on your needs. You also need to file your returns on the GST portal according to the return filing frequency.

Q: I am having issues with the government template download.

to download correct government template for GSTR 1 follow these steps 1. go to the browser and sech GST porta 2. open GST portal 3. click on download option 4. then download offline tool for GSTR 1

Q: How to Validate Return Period HSN/GST

for Validate Return Period GST See the following steps: Step 1: Go to the Transactions Menu. Step 2: Click on GST Misc Utlities Step 3: Click on Check Party Returne Filling Status. Step 4: Click on Update Filing Status.

Q: Why are the bills filed late by vendors only reflecting in the next month's GST returns? How can I account for late filed bills in the same month?

To late file bill in same month, do: Step 1 : Ensure timely invoice Step 2 : Follow up with vendor Step 3 : Reconcile regular Step 4 :Claim ITC Step 5 : Maintain records

Q: How do I enter invoice details like date, number, and values in BUSY?Can I save the GST return data in the BUSY in JSON format?

You can add the details of invoice like date,number and value by opening the required voucher in modify mode from the transaction menu. From BUSY, you can generate the GSTR data in the json format.

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What is the "skip e-invoicing" option in BUSY and should I select yes or no for it?

Skip e-invoice option in BUSY is used/available to skip one month or 2 months e-invoice voucher/data (B2B) while generating GSTR1. Selecting Yes or No depends on whether you want to skip those invoices or not.

I'm having trouble installing the GST Offline tool on my computer. What could be the reason?

check if in your system offline tool already install so first uninstall and then install.
Check in your system Ms-Excel must be 2007 and above and check your system setting like chrome has been updated etc.

How long does it take to validate the uploaded JSON file?

The processing time for returns after uploading can vary. It depends on the GST portal and the current workload. It is recommended to check the portal for updates on the processing status of your returns.

How do I correct an error uploading invoices to the portal?

To correct error showing while uploading invoice in Portal, you can check the error mention red in colour in datail and correct the detail in onvoice as per the error shown then again upload .

What happens if I don't file on time after uploading data?

If you don't file on time after uploading the data, you may face penalties or fines from the tax authorities. It is important to file your returns within the specified deadline to avoid any consequences.

How do I file monthly and quarterly returns together in BUSY?

You can choose to generate the GST returns in BUSY either monthly or quarterly, depending on your needs. You also need to file your returns on the GST portal according to the return filing frequency.

I am having issues with the government template download.

to download correct government template for GSTR 1 follow these steps 
1. go to the browser and sech GST porta
2. open GST portal 
3. click on download option
4. then download offline tool for GSTR 1

How to Validate Return Period HSN/GST

for Validate Return Period GST See the following steps:
Step 1: Go to the Transactions Menu.
Step 2: Click on GST Misc Utlities
Step 3: Click on Check Party Returne Filling Status.
Step 4: Click on Update Filing Status.

Why are the bills filed late by vendors only reflecting in the next month's GST returns? How can I account for late filed bills in the same month?

To late file bill in same month, do:
 Step 1 : Ensure timely invoice
 Step 2 : Follow up with vendor
 Step 3 : Reconcile regular
 Step 4 :Claim ITC
 Step 5 : Maintain records

How do I enter invoice details like date, number, and values in BUSY?Can I save the GST return data in the BUSY in JSON format?

You can add the details of invoice like date,number and value by opening the required voucher in modify mode from the transaction menu.
 From BUSY, you can generate the GSTR data in the json format.

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