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GST

SB005 error: invoice number mismatch

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  1. Facts

    SB005 means the invoice number or details in GSTR-1 Table 6A do not match the shipping bill. It is the most common reason refunds get stuck.

  2. Provisions and law

    • Customs IGST refund validation error codesSB000 validated; SB001 invalid shipping bill details; SB002 EGM not filed; SB003 GSTIN mismatch; SB004 duplicate record; SB005 invoice mismatch; SB006 gateway EGM not available
    • Rule 96(2), CGST Rules 2017Invoice details in GSTR-1 Table 6A are sent to the customs system (ICEGATE) for matching

  3. Analysis

    If the invoice in GSTR-1 is INV/123 but the shipping bill says INV-123, the system fails the match. You can amend the invoice in GSTR-1 Table 9A to match the shipping bill. Customs also has an officer interface to correct SB005 cases on proof, check the latest customs circular.

  4. Conclusion

    1. Compare invoice number, date and value in Table 6A and the shipping bill.
    2. Amend the GSTR-1 entry in Table 9A to match the shipping bill.
    3. If the shipping bill is wrong, approach the customs refund cell with documents.
    4. Track status again after the amendment.

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