IMS Action Status in TallyPrime: Explained with 3 Easy Examples

TallyPrime offers tools to help you manage incomplete, mismatched, or unreported GST data using the IMS Action Status feature.

IMS stands for Incomplete, Mismatch, or Status Not Set, and this helps you track and fix GST-related issues before filing your returns.

In this blog post, we’ll explain what IMS Action Status is, how it helps, and how to use it in TallyPrime with clear examples.

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1. What is IMS Action Status in TallyPrime?

IMS Action Status is a tool within TallyPrime’s GST module that helps you resolve GST return errors such as:

• Missing GSTIN
• Incorrect HSN/SAC codes
• Incorrect tax types (CGST/SGST/IGST)
• Mismatch in place of supply

By assigning a proper Action Status to such transactions, you can:

• Exclude them from returns temporarily
• Correct and re-include them
• Keep your GST reports clean and compliant

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2. Where is IMS Action Status Used in TallyPrime?

IMS Action Status is most commonly used in:

• GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B reports
• Mismatch/Incomplete section
• Error correction before return filing

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3. Types of IMS Action Status in TallyPrime

IMS Action Status	Meaning
Mark as Not Relevant	The transaction is not relevant for GST returns.
Mark as Included	Includes the transaction in GST return filing.
Resolve Later	Postpone the resolution; the entry remains in the mismatch list.

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4. Example 1: Mark as Not Relevant

Suppose you recorded a sales voucher for a party without a GSTIN because the party is an unregistered customer.

TallyPrime flags this as a mismatch because the GSTIN is missing.

Steps to fix:

1. Go to GSTR-1 > Mismatch/Incomplete Invoices
2. Drill down to the specific transaction
3. Press Alt + A > Set IMS Action Status
4. Choose Mark as Not Relevant

The entry will now be removed from mismatch reports and won’t appear in the return.

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5. Example 2: Mark as Included

You corrected the buyer’s GSTIN in a previously incomplete sales voucher.

Steps to re-include:

1. Open GSTR-1 > Mismatch/Incomplete Invoices
2. Drill down to the updated transaction
3. Press Alt + A > Set IMS Action Status
4. Choose Mark as Included

This will move the transaction into the valid Included in Returns section.

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6. Example 3: Resolve Later

You’re not sure how to fix a particular issue immediately.

Use Resolve Later when:

• HSN/SAC code is missing
• GST rate is unclear
• You need to confirm details with your supplier/customer

Steps:

1. Go to the mismatch transaction
2. Press Alt + A > Set IMS Action Status
3. Select Resolve Later

This helps you continue working on other parts of your GST return while keeping this flagged for later review.

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7. Benefits of IMS Action Status

• Cleaner reports: Avoid clutter in GST returns.
• Better control: Choose which transactions go into filing.
• Error tracking: Focus only on entries needing attention.
• Audit trail: Easily see which entries were manually marked and why.

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8. Conclusion

Setting the IMS Action Status in TallyPrime is a practical way to manage and resolve mismatches or incomplete GST transactions.

You can decide whether a transaction should be included, excluded, or reviewed later.

Use this feature before exporting GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B to make sure your return is accurate and compliant.

Regular review of IMS Action Status will save you time, prevent GST mismatches, and help you file your returns smoothly.