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How to differentiate between invoices of different suppliers in BUSY?

To differentiate between invoices of different suppliers in BUSY need to follow below given steps.
Step 1: Go to display menu and select account books option.
Step 2: In account books select account register standard option.
Step 3: In account register option select sales register option.
Step 4: Then specify the date range for which you want to generate the report.
Step 5: Now you can use summary option on GSTIN or Party name for differentiating between the invoices of different suppliers.

What could be causing the GST mismatch in BUSY?

Cause of GST mismatch in BUSY depends on vary situations: 
1: Incorrect GST adjustment.i.g.Press F4 to pass adjustment entries.
2: Wrong account tag in bill sundry.
3: If we are using item wise discount, and in discount structure tag other account.
4: In Sale/Purchase type, option for skip in GST report 'Y'.
5: In item master, skip in GST report 'Y'.
6: When we applied any bill sundry without tag any specified account to adjust in sale/purchase.

How do I check the status of my previously filed GST returns on the BUSY portal? I want to see if there were any errors.

To check the status of your previously filed GST returns on the BUSY portal and reconcile the GSTR-A and GSTR-B reports, follow these steps:
Step 1: Find and access the GST Returns within the GST Reports .
Step 2: Which you want to check the status and reconcile the reports.
Step 3: Look for the option to view your filed GST returns for the selected period
Step 4'; Compare GSTR-A and GSTR-B
Step 5: Carefully compare the data in GSTR-A with GSTR-B.

What should I do if my accountant says there is some issue with filing my GST returns on BUSY but cannot resolve it himself?

If your accountant encounters issues with filing your GST returns on BUSY and is unable to resolve them, you can take the following steps:
Step 1: Find and access the GST Returns within the GST Reports .
Step 2: Which you want to check the status and reconcile the reports.
Step 3: Look for the option to view your filed GST returns for the selected period
Step 4'; Compare GSTR-A and GSTR-B
Step 5: Carefully compare the data in GSTR-A with GSTR-B.

What is the process to match input tax credit claimed on the portal with what shows in the GST return?

To match the input tax credit claimed on the portal with what shows in the GST return, you can use the option in BUSY under GST Miscellaneous Utilities to tag input tax credits month-wise as per GST 2B. Select the voucher and mark its ITC claim status as pending. When filing next month's returns, change the status to claimed. This way, the input tax credit will reflect in the next month's GST return even though the invoice is from the current month.

I want to exclude e-invoice details while filing GST returns in BUSY. How can I do that?

To exclude E invoice details while generating GST returns from BUSY, you need to follow these steps: 
Step 1: Open the Display menu and select GST Reports.
Step 2: Choose GST Return and then click on GSTR1 eReturn.
Step 3: Choose the report format you want to generate, such as JSON, CSV File, As per Govt. Template, or Plain Excel.
Step 4: Now enter the period and set Y on Skip E Invoices.
Step 5: Press Ok and generate the return.

Can I get help from a BUSY agent to walk me through uploading my stuck returns?

Yes, you can get help from a BUSY agent to walk you through uploading your stuck returns and below are the steps to generaet GSTR1 return from BUSY in json format.
Step 1:Go to display menu and select GST reports option.
Step 2:Then select GST Returns option.
Step 3:After that select the GST return which you want to export in json.
Step 4:Then specify the period and check all the possible errors.
Step 5:Lastly click on proceed with json button.

I want to view my monthly returns in BUSY. How can I find this information?

To check your monthly returns in BUSY, Please follow below steps: 
Step 1 : Go to the Display Menu.
Step 2 : Under GST Reports, select GST Returns.
Step 3 : Choose your specific return type, like GSTR1 or GSTR3B.
Step 4 : Specify the return period and any other relevant options.
Step 5 : Press Ok to execute the report.
Following these steps will help you view and check your monthly returns easily in BUSY.

How can I correct mistakes in previously filed GST returns? What is the process?

To correct mistakes in previously filed GST returns, you need to follow the process of filing an amendment return. 
Step 1: This can be done by logging into the GST portal and selecting the option to file an amendment return.
Step 2 : You will need to provide the correct details and make the necessary changes to rectify the mistakes in the previously filed return.
Step 3 : Once the amendment return is filed, it will replace the original return.

How to update party details if their GSTIN status is changed to invalid/inactive?

To update party details if their GSTIN status is changed to invalid/inactive, you can follow these steps:
1. Go to the BUSY software and open the relevant module.
2. Locate the party whose GSTIN status has changed.
3. Update the party details by editing their information.
4. Save the changes.
5. If required, inform the party about their invalid/inactive GSTIN status and request them to update it.
6. Keep track of any further updates or changes in the party's GSTIN status.
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