Incorrect employee reference number/deductee reference number provided.

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Root Cause of the Error →
This issue occurs when '0' or any invalid value is entered in the Identification No. column while creating the Employee Master.

Solution →
To resolve this issue, please follow these steps:
  1. Click on "Open Save Location".
      
  1. Locate and open the generated TEXT file in this folder.
      
  1. Note the error line number provided by the software.
      
  1. Search for the corresponding record in the text file.
      
  1. Access the same record in the software under Master → Deductee/Employee Master.
  2. Select the appropriate Employee and enter the correct Identification No. (Do not use '0' in this field).
      
  1. Save the changes and update all relevant Employee Master records accordingly.
  2. Regenerate the return.
      

By following these steps, you should effectively resolve the issue.