Why are April invoices missing from May 2022 GSTR-2B?

Due to technical glitches on the GST portal, some April 2022 invoices were not reflected in the May 2022 GSTR-2B, even though suppliers had uploaded them before the due date.

Can I claim ITC on invoices not shown in GSTR-2B?

Yes, if the invoice was genuinely uploaded by the supplier and is eligible, you can claim ITC after reconciling with books and retaining proper documentation.

What should I do if invoices are duplicated in GSTR-2B?

Avoid claiming the same ITC twice. Always cross-check with your purchase register and prior months’ returns before filing GSTR-3B.

Is GSTN aware of this GSTR-2B issue for April-May 2022?

Yes. This issue was acknowledged on the GST portal and advisory messages were issued at the time regarding 2B generation delays.

How to avoid ITC mismatch while filing GSTR-3B?

Always prepare a reconciliation sheet between GSTR-2B, books, and past claims. Highlight delayed or duplicated invoices and maintain working files for audit clarity.

GSTR-2B May 2022 Error Explained | What to Do in GSTR-3B Return

✍️ Author: Amrut Chitragar | 📅 Published on: June 17, 2022 | 🛠 Last Updated: July 7, 2025

📌 This post is for educational purposes only. Always consult a SEBI-registered advisor before making financial decisions.
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TL;DR: In May 2022, many taxpayers faced GSTR-2B mismatches due to technical glitches. Some April invoices didn’t reflect or appeared twice. Before filing GSTR-3B, cross-check your ITC register and 2B reports carefully to avoid over-claim or under-claim.

⚠️ Again GSTR-2B Error! Be Careful While Filing GSTR-3B – May 2022

While downloading GSTR-2B for May 2022, I noticed a serious reconciliation issue — some invoices from April 2022 were still missing, even though the suppliers confirmed uploading them on time.

2D illustration showing accountant frustrated with GST 2B mismatch issues while filing GSTR-3B for May 2022 — 📌 GSTR-2B for May 2022 may contain errors from April invoices — Be extra careful while filing GSTR-3B

🧾 Upon enquiry, suppliers clarified that they uploaded April invoices before 11th May. However, due to technical glitches in the April GSTR-2B generation, these invoices were not reflected.

🔍 Important: While preparing the ITC working for May 2022, manually consider those April invoices that were missed due to this glitch.

🔁 Duplicate Entries Alert

Some April invoices were also repeated in May 2022’s GSTR-2B. Be very careful not to claim duplicate Input Tax Credit (ITC).

📌 This issue has been acknowledged by the GST Portal. Always verify the invoice dates and periods in your ITC register before claiming credit.

🧮 Final Advice for Accountants

✅ Reconcile Books vs GSTR-2B data thoroughly
📌 Manually adjust any missing April invoices not shown in GSTR-2B
❌ Avoid double claiming if April invoices appear again in May’s 2B
📊 Maintain a clean, month-wise ITC register with remarks for portal errors

🧠 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why are some April 2022 invoices missing in May 2022 GSTR-2B?

Due to a technical glitch in GSTR-2B generation, certain April invoices uploaded by suppliers did not reflect in April’s 2B and got carried to May 2B or were missed entirely.

2. Should I claim ITC on April invoices in May GSTR-3B?

Yes, if those invoices are not claimed earlier and were uploaded before the due date, you may claim them in May GSTR-3B with proper documentation and justification.

3. Can I claim ITC twice if April invoice repeats in both April & May 2B?

No, ITC should be claimed only once. Duplicate entries must be carefully filtered to avoid notices or mismatches.

4. How should I document this error in my ITC working?

Maintain a remarks column in your ITC register stating “April invoice missing in 2B – claimed in May” or “Duplicate in May – not claimed again”.

5. Has the GST portal officially acknowledged this issue?

Yes, GSTN has acknowledged similar issues in GSTR-2B generation. You can refer to GSTN updates or advisories for clarification.

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