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How are invoices uploaded on the GST portal from BUSY? Is it through JSONs or some other method?
In BUSY,there are several methods for generating GSTR E-returns,you can follow these steps:
Step 1:Go to Display menu,
Step 2:select Gst reports,
Step 3:Select Gst return,
Step 4:Here,you will find all the options to generate returns,GSTR1,GSTR2,GSTR3B,GSTR ITC-4,GSTR-6,GSTR-9(ANNUAL RETURN),All these reports are for viewing purposes,you can check your data in this reports.
Step 5:The report displayed in the section below is for generating returns,there is a returns to generate GSTR1-e-RETURN,GSTR2 e-RETURN,GSTR3B e-RETURN,ITC-04 e-RETURN, GSTR6 e-RETURN,
Step 6:You can generate file through JSON, As per government template,CSV and plain excel but only the Gstr1 return can also upload as direct from BUSY.
Step 7:if you want to genrate GSTR1 click GSTR1 E RETURN window will appears there is many option to generate gstr1 return file,if you wants only create JSON then click JSON tab,Please select the frequency at which you file your documents, whether monthly or quarterly then give path wherever you want to create json file click OK then window will appears to check errors in transactions,errors in hsn and documnet summary check in all then you can click proceed with JSON, your json file will be genrated.then you can upload JSON file mannualy on portal.
What are the steps to upload and push invoice data to the government GST portal from the software?
If you want to upload the invoice on gst portal then please follow the steps given below :
Step 1: Go to Administration Menu
Step 2: Click on Configuration option
Step 3: Then Click on Feature and option
Step 4: Then Click on GST/VAT feature
Step 5: Please ensure that your GST number is correctly entered in the GSTIN field
Step 6: Make sure GST Portal username is accurately provided in the corresponding field located on the right side of the window.
Step 7: Then go to Dispaly Menu
Step 8: Click on Gst Reports
Step 9: Then click on gst Returns
Step 10: Then click on second panel of the option
Step 11: Select the respective return that you want to generate.
Step 12: This action will display five methods for generating the return i.e Direct Upload, JSON, CSV, Govt. Template, Plain Excel
Step 13: Then select the appropriate method, specify the date range by setting the starting and ending dates
Step 14: Then review for any errors. If errors are detected, proceed to resolve each of them.
Step 15: Afterward, proceed to generate GST Return
My GST returns are getting rejected due to data mismatches. How can I identify and fix issues before filing returns?
To identify and fix data mismatches before filing GST returns, you can follow these steps:
1. Validate your data: Ensure that all the invoices, credit notes, and debit notes are correctly entered in your accounting software. Double-check the details such as invoice numbers, dates, amounts, and GSTINs.
2. Reconcile your data: Compare the data in your accounting software with the data exported for GST filing. Check for any discrepancies in the invoice numbers, amounts, tax rates, and HSN codes.
3. Verify HSN codes: Make sure that the HSN codes assigned to your products or services are accurate and match the HSN codes specified by the GST portal. Incorrect HSN codes can lead to data mismatches and rejection of returns.
4. Cross-check with purchase data: Compare your sales data with the corresponding purchase data to ensure that the input tax credit claimed is accurate. Any discrepancies in the purchase data can result in data mismatches.
5. Rectify errors: If you identify any errors or discrepancies, correct them in your accounting software before filing the returns. Update the invoice details, tax amounts, or any other relevant information to ensure accurate filing.
I have entered all the purchase details in BUSY, but it is not reflecting in the GST returns. How can I resolve this?
If you have recorded purchases using the purchase voucher in BUSY software and you are unable to see all the data in the GST report, follow these steps to resolve the issue:
Step 1: Take a backup of all the data.
Step 2: Run the Reindex databases and regenerate the dual voucher.
If you have created a Journal voucher for any purchase but it is not appearing in the GSTR2 report, consider the following:
Step 1: Check the GST nature, which should be Registered Expense (B2B).
Step 2: While saving the voucher, ensure that all the details are filled completely in the registered expense window.
If you are not using the monthly ITC tagging option for purchase, set "N" to pick the relevant ITC from the "Monthly ITC Tagging" option while opening the GST Summary or GSTR3B Report.
Additionally, if you have set Skip in GST Report as "Y" in the purchase type of the purchase voucher, the vouchers will not show in the GST Report. Keep an eye on it.
By following these steps, the voucher will start appearing in the GSTR2 and GSTR3B report automatically.
My GSTR- JSON file is not getting uploaded on the portal. What could be the reasons?
If GSTR-1 JSON file is not getting uploaded on the portal there could be several reasons for this:
1.you need to check for errors in transaction,HSN Summary and document summary.
2.You need to check voucher number cant be blank in voucher,
3.Sales Voucher Number cannot be start with zero.
4.Sales Voucher Number cannot be more than 16 characters.
5.HSN code should be Numeric and as per Aggregate Anual Turnover.
6.If the HSN code belongs to service then in item master you need to select tag category as service gst rate.
7.GST number should be Active and correct
8.mention correct state in account masters.
9.Check bill sundries accounts taggings.
If still not uploading json on portal so You can download the error report from the portal, and then you will need to open that error file in the government's offline tool. After that, you can check what issues there are with which invoice. Then, you can go to those invoices in your BUSY software and correct them. After making the necessary corrections, you can create the JSON file again and upload it to the portal. Your JSON file will be uploaded successfully.
How do I ensure all data syncs correctly between BUSY and the online filing portal?
To ensure all data syncs correctly between BUSY and the GST filing portal you can use the Gst reconciliation option. steps to follow to reconcilie GSTR in BUSY.
Step 1: Go to administration menu and select configuration option.
Step 2: In configuration option select feature and option and click on GST/VAT.
Step 3: Navigate to the GSTIN and GST portal username field and make sure to mention correct details here.
Step 4: After that login your GST portal and Go to your Return dashboard.
Step 5: Click on MY PROFILE button at right hand side on top menu and in next window Go to manage API access.
Step 6: And then select yes on enable API request and make sure to select 30 days duration from dropdown list.
Step 7: Then Click on confirm button to save.
Step 8: Then Go to transcation menu and select gst misc. utilities option.
Step 9: In gst misc. utilities option select download GSTR json data and select the relevant return to download json file in BUSY.
Step 10: After donwloading return from gst misc. utilites option select Reconcile GSTR data to reconcile the return.
How can I rectify mistakes made while filing GSTR- e-return through BUSY?
while generating gstr1 from BUSY and its showing errors and mistakes so you can rectify to follow these steps:
1.You need to check for errors in transaction,HSN Summary and document summary.
2.You need to check voucher number cant be blank in voucher,
3.Sales Voucher Number cannot be start with zero.
4.Sales Voucher Number cannot be more than 16 characters.
5.HSN code should be Numeric and as per Aggregate Anual Turnover.
6.If the HSN code belongs to service then in item master you need to select tag category as service gst rate.
7.GST number should be Active and correct
8.mention correct state in account masters.
9.Check bill sundries accounts taggings.
If still not uploading json on portal so You can download the error report from the portal, and then you will need to open that error file in the government's offline tool. After that, you can check what issues there are with which invoice.Then, you can go to those invoices in your BUSY software and correct them. After making the necessary corrections, you can create the JSON file again and upload it to the portal. Your JSON file will be uploaded successfully.
How do I troubleshoot Gstr direct upload issues in BUSY?
If you are facing Gstr1 direct upload issues in BUSY you can check these things:
1:You need to check errors in Transactions,HSN summary and Document Summary if there is any error you can check and resolve it.
2:You need to check voucher number cant be blank in voucher,
3.Sales Voucher Number cannot be start with zero.
4.Sales Voucher Number cannot be more than 16 characters.
5.HSN code should be Numeric and as per Aggregate Anual Turnover.
6.If the HSN code belongs to service then in item master you need to select tag category as service gst rate.
7.GST number should be Active and correct
8.mention correct state in account masters.
9.Check bill sundries accounts taggings.
If OTP issue is coming,You need to Go Gst/VAT and check gst portal user name mention correct or not,or check on portal API Access is given or not.if not give api access,login gst portal then click profile icon,click manage API Access and give access to 30 Days valid and confirm,it will be uploaded directly from BUSY.
If still having same issue then you can contact us on our centerlized 24*7helpline number i.e. 8282828282 or 011-40964096
Can I generate a JSON file for only certain months or dates?
To generate a JSON file for only certain months or dates, you need to follow the below steps:
Step 1: Go to Display.
Step 2: Then click on GST Report.
Step 3: Select GST return
Step 4: Select the GSTR1 e-return that you want to file.
Step 5: On clicking GSTR1 E-return, select the JSON option.
Step 6: If you select JSON, then click on it, mention the date of return, and specify the path to the folder in which you got the JSON file.
Step 7: Check for possible errors and proceed with gstr1 json, which will be saved on the selected path.
Step 8: Then login to your GST portal and then go to the return dashboard.
Step 9: Select the return period, select prepare offline, and then select the JSON file generated from BUSY from the same path.
Step 10: Upload the JSON file. It will take some time to process, and if no error is shown, you can file.
Step 11: And if you are facing issues in generating or updating json from BUSY from any older release version,it is recommended to update to the latest release version of BUSY and then generate a json return file.
How can I fix the issue of blank HSN codes in GSTR-?
While generating GSTR1, you can correct the blank HSN code by following the steps:-
Step 1: Go to the Display menu, then GST Report, and then click on the GST E-return option.
After defining the date range for which you want to generate GSTR1,
Step 2: Then click on the "Ok" option, and then four options will appear.
of checking possible errors, one of which is "Check error in HSN Summary option".
Step 3: Click on the Check Error in the HSN Summary option if the HSN code is not defined
in any transaction. It'll show an error of "HSN/SAC can't be blank." Error. Enter the error,
then click on "Transaction Details." the transactions will appear out of which in any items
HSN CODE has not been defined.
Step 4: Click on items individually if, on the right side, the HSN code is not showing under "Item Info."
That means the HSN code has not been defined for all those items.
Step 5: Keep cursor on item name, then press ALT+M for opening master in modification mode,
then define HSN code within Item master from there.
