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How do I upload GST returns directly from BUSY

 Manageing taxes like GST in BUSY is easy and convenient. Some of the features of BUSY for GST are:
1. GST Invoicing: You can create GST invoices with all the necessary details, such as GSTIN, invoice number, date, tax rate, etc.
2. GST Summary:The software automatically calculates your tax liability and input tax credit based on your transactions.
3. GST Reconciliation: You can reconcile your GSTR-2Aor2B data with your purchase data and identify any mismatches or errors. You ca also reconcile your self filed data of GSTR1 & GSTR3B.
4. GST Reports: You can access various GST reports using BUSY, such as GSTR-1, GSTR-2, GSTR-3B, GSTR-4, GSTR-9, etc. You can also view and analyze your GST data in different ways, such as by party, item, tax rate wise, etc.
5. GST Returns: You can generate and file your GST returns online using BUSY such as GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-4 & GSTR-ITC-04.

How to manage taxes and deductions in BUSY?

 Managing taxes like GST in BUSY is easy and convenient. Some of the features of BUSY for GST are:
1. GST Invoicing: You can create GST invoices with all the necessary details, such as GSTIN, invoice number, date, tax rate, etc.
2. GST Summary:The software automatically calculates your tax liability and input tax credit based on your transactions.
3. GST Reconciliation: You can reconcile your GSTR-2A/2B data with your purchase data and identify any mismatches or errors. You ca also reconcile your self filed data of GSTR1 & GSTR3B.
4. GST Reports: You can access various GST reports using BUSY, such as GSTR-1, GSTR-2, GSTR-3B, GSTR-4, GSTR-9, etc. You can also view and analyze your GST data in different ways, such as by party, item, tax rate wise, etc.
5. GST Returns: You can generate and file your GST returns online using BUSY such as GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-4 & GSTR-ITC-04.

I want to add custom columns in a report to show quantity and tax rate wise breakup under HSN. How can I do this?

 If you want to add any fields in the report then you can add it through custom column as per your requirement.
Pls Follow the Below Steps for Custom Column in Reports:
Step 1: Open the required report and Click on Custom Column Option
Step 2: Mention the Format Name
Step 3: Click on Add New Column or Add New Row
For New Column :
Step 1: Mention the Heading, Position ,Data type Field and Alignment as per your need.
Step 2: Select the Field Value - Data Field
Step 3: Select the Category - Account Master or Inventory Header
Step 4: Select the required field
For New Row :
Step 1: Enable the sub details option
Step 2: Mention the Show After and Column Field, For when should show and under Which Column.
Step 3: Select the Category, Column Name and Required Field.

I am unable to see my GST taxable value and total GST amount in the GST reports. How can I get this information?

 To access GST taxable value and total GST amount in GST reports in BUSY, follow these steps:
Step 1: Launch BUSY GST Software.
Step 2: Go to the Display menu.
Step 3: Select GST Reports.
Step 4: Choose GST Summary from the available options.
Step 5: Within the GST Summary report, you will find options for various sales reports, including Item Wise Sales Summary, Party Wise Sales Summary, and Sale Type Wise Sales Summary.
Step 6: Select the relevant sub-report based on your requirements. For a 5% GST summary, you might choose Item Wise Sales Summary or another appropriate option that provides the bifurcation of tax rates.
Step 7: In this selected report, you will find the bifurcation of sales data based on different tax rates, including the 5% GST summary.
Step 8: Click Print to generate a hard copy of the report.

I am unable to find the 'All Other ITC' details in the GST report. Where can I see the breakup for this?

 to find the 'All Other ITC' details in the GST report , Here's how you can do it:
Step 1: Once you are logged into the software, look for the Display menu.
Step 2: Within the Display menu, you should find a submenu or option related to GST Reports.
Step 3: Click on it to proceed.
Step 4: In the GST Reports section,Look for the option labeled GST Other Reports
Step 5: Look for the Tax Rate Wise Output Tax Report option, and click on it to access this specific report
Step 6: Review the Bifurcation of Tax Rate Wise Output Tax Data and Genate the report . Step 7: This report will display a breakdown or bifurcation of the output tax data based on tax rates
Step 8: Remember to ensure that your transactions are correctly categorized with the appropriate GST rates

I need more detailed sales data than the standard reports. What options do I have to customize or modify the sales reports?

 You can customize the sales report through custom column, Please Follow the Below Steps for Custom Column in Reports: 
Step 1: Open the required report and Click on Custom Column Option
Step 2: Mention the Format Name
Step 3: Click on Add New Column or Add New Row
For New Column :
Step 1: Mention the Heading, Position ,Data type Field and Alignment as per your need.
Step 2: Select the Field Value - Data Field
Step 3: Select the Category - Account Master or Inventory Header
Step 4: Select the required field
For New Row :
Step 1: Enable the sub details option
Step 2: Mention the Show After and Column Field, For when should show and under Which Column.
Step 3: Select the Category, Column Name and Required Field.

How can I get a detailed breakup of the GST charged and received on each invoice? The summary is not enough.

 To print a summary sales report for a specific GST tax rate, in BUSY, follow these steps:
Step 1: Launch BUSY GST Software.
Step 2: Go to the Display menu.
Step 3: Select GST Reports.
Step 4: Choose GST Summary from the available options.
Step 5: Within the GST Summary report, you will find options for various sales reports, including Item Wise Sales Summary, Party Wise Sales Summary, and Sale Type Wise Sales Summary.
Step 6: Select the relevant sub-report based on your requirements. For a 5% GST summary, you might choose Item Wise Sales Summary or another appropriate option that provides the bifurcation of tax rates.
Step 7: In this selected report, you will find the bifurcation of sales data based on different tax rates, including the 5% GST summary.
Step 8: Click Print to generate a hard copy of the report.

How to generate the HSN summary report in BUSY?What is the best way to backup BUSY data before uninstalling old versions?

 To generate HSN summary report in BUSY, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Open the Display menu and select GST Reports.
Step 2: Select GST Other Reports and choose HSN-wise Summary.
Step 3: Choose Inward / Outward as per the requirements and enter the date range.
The rpeort will show you the HSN Summary.
To take backup of your data from BUSY, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Open BUSY and select Backup Data option from Company tab.
Step 2: choose the company that you want to backup.
Step 3: Enter your username and password if required and select the location where you want to save your backup file.
Step 4: Select the financial year that you want to backup, either All F.Y. or Selected F.Y. and click on the OK button to start the backup process.

Why does the JSTAR report group invoices by tax rate instead of showing the total number of invoices? I want to see the full invoice details.

 To generate GST reports in BUSY, Here's how you can do it:
Step 1: Once you are logged into the software, look for the Display menu.
Step 2: Within the Display menu, you should find a submenu or option related to GST Reports.
Step 3: Click on it to proceed.
Step 4: In the GST Reports section,Look for the option labeled GST Other Reports
Step 5: Look for the Tax Rate Wise Output Tax Report option, and click on it to access this specific report
Step 6: Review the Bifurcation of Tax Rate Wise Output Tax Data and Genate the report .
Step 7: This report will display a breakdown or bifurcation of the output tax data based on tax rates
Step 8: Remember to ensure that your transactions are correctly categorized with the appropriate GST rates in your accounting software

I am unable to download or export my GST purchase and sales register. How can I fix this?

 If you're having trouble downloading or export your GST purchase and sales register, follow these steps to fix the issue:
Step 1:Ensure you have sufficient rights:Contact your administrator or superuser.
Ask them to provide valid rights to export reports.
Step 2:Verify software compatibility:Make sure you have a valid Excel version compatible with your Windows OS.
Ensure you have a working PDF viewer.
Step 3:Check printer driver version:Verify that your printer driver is up to date.
Step 4:Check Financial Year and Data:Make sure you're checking data in the appropriate financial year.
If a runtime error occurs, share the error with support via AnyDesk or send it along with your data to support@busy.in.
Step 5:Update to the Latest Version:Ensure you are using the latest version of BUSY.
By addressing these points, you should be able to download your purchase and sales register successfully.

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