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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

FAQs developed for SMAP users have been divided in following categories for ease of navigation. Please click on the requisite category to find relevant answers.

General General understanding and basic queries about software
Registration Instructions on how to register, generate keys
Reports Run and view various reports generated through the software
Technical Software installation and usage instructions
Barcode Electroinc point of sale, barcode generation etc.
SMAP Accounting Practices Deails on accounting procedures; how to enter transactions in different modules
General:

Q1. How can we shift data from old version (SBS) to the new version and vice versa?

Ans. There is “restore from old version” option in the file menu to restore data from old version to new. There is no option to restore data from the new version to old. Back to top

Q2. Is there any training program of SMAP?

Ans. Yes, for details please check our training schedule Back to top

Q3. Can I use my company logo on the sale invoice?

Ans. No, it is not possible to use your company logo on the invoice; only the software developer can make changes in sale invoice report. Back to top

Q4. What is the default User name and Password to run the “Demo Data Company” or my own Company first time?

Ans. User Name: “Admin”
Password: No Password (Blank Password) Back to top

Registration:

Q5. Do ‘Smart Business Suite’ registered users require separate registration for SMAP?

Ans. Yes, Smart Business Suite registered users DO require separate registration for SMAP Software. Back to top

Q6. How can I get the registration key?

Ans. Register your company name through SMAP web site. You will get Serial number and CD Key. These keys will be required to get registration number / key for your software.

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Q7. I have registered my company with SMAP but have not been allocated ‘Registration Number’. How do I get it?

Ans. Please visit Software Registration webpage to receive the ‘Registration Key’. This web link http://smap.smeda.org/downloads/register/index.php is given on the software registration window Back to top

Q8. What are the software requirements and installation procedure of SMAP software?

Ans. Please follow the procedure given on SMAP Software Download page. Back to top

Q9. What should I do when the message “company name should be same as you have entered in Smart Business Suite Software” displays?

Ans. You are required to register your company name with SMAP and subsequently receive the identification keys required to run the software. In case ‘company name’ provided in Registration process does not match the entry during Installation process, an error message will be displayed. Therefore, please ensure that you provide the same Company name during both Registration and Installation. Back to top

Q10. Why CD Key and Serial Number is required?

Ans. To register your licensed version of “SMAP” you are required to enter these numbers. Other wise you will be able to run “Demo Version” only (for limited time). Back to top

Technical:

Q11. What is the installation procedure of SMAP software through its website or CD?

Ans. There are two ways you can download SMAP software:

  • Installing SMAP Software through SMAP Website

    1. Go to Software Download and follow ‘Download Procedure’.
    2. To install SMAP you are required to register yourself Free of Cost through ‘Free Software Registration’, link on SMAP Website.
    3. On providing your basic information, you will receive ‘Serial number’ and ‘CD key’.
    4. Now go to ‘Software set up’ file on your computer. Set up will ask for ‘CD key’ and ‘Company Name’ as provided during Registration.
    5. After providing information, click on button ‘Generate Key’. You will receive ‘Authorization Key’.
    6. You now have three keys; ‘Serial Number’, ‘CD Key’ and ‘Authorization Key’ to be used for final registration of SMAP Software.
    7. Go to http://smap.smeda.org/downloads/register/index.php (link provided in installation procedure) to receive ‘Registration key’. Provide key information recorded in Step 6 to generate ‘Registration key’
    8. Record and provide these identification keys for further use in SMAP installation.

    • Installing SMAP Software through SMAP CD
    1. Insert CD into CD ROM and run installation
    2. There are two options available; Run Demo version of Software for a limited time OR Benefit from SMAP Services and Register yourself FREE of cost. To register yourself, follow Steps 2 – 8 as listed above. Back to top

Q12. What should I do when program shows that your serial number is invalid?

Ans. Verify your Serial number with SMAP software generated Serial number and CD Key Back to top

Q13. Electronic Point Of Sale is not working, what do I do?

Ans. When you log on to SMAP, make sure to set the user option as “POS” user in ‘Users Options’. Only users having “POS” clicked will be allowed for POS usage. Back to top

Q14. What does the message, ‘Run Time Error’ mean?

Ans. This message appears when the software is running but is unable to find required disk space / file is missing or software is not properly installed, etc. Back to top

Q15. What is the download procedure?

Ans. Click the provided file links one by one, a download dialogue will open; choose option 'Save to Disk'. Save the file to any convenient folder on your computer. Download all the files in the same folder. Back to top

Q16. Why the download files are provided in breakups?

Ans. This is to facilitate download. It will be difficult to download a large file at one go. Back to top

Q17. How To unpost sale invoice?

Ans. There is a utility in the software "SMAP--UnpostUtility.exe" in folder where you installed the software. You can completely unpost all posted invoices and make any type of change in the invoice. OR Click here to Download Back to top

Reports:

Q18. I want to print the reports. Can I change page setup?

Ans. Go to ‘Reporting Software’ and select a different printer as default, change printing paper size or modify options as per attached printer. Back to top

Q19. Why can’t Reports be modified or Data merged with / from other Software?

Ans. Modification of reports and data transfer is restricted to control the fraud and error in the financial statements. Back to top

Q20. What should I do if I were unable to run or view reports?

Ans. After installation if SMAP does not run or reports do not display on the screen, Run “Wjet” file from Win32 folder. Back to top

Barcode:

Q21. Barcode is not working, what do I do?

Ans. Please make sure you properly install the latest version of SMAP. Only SMAP EPOS software allows barcode printing. Back to top

Q22. How do I attach barcode reader with the software?

Ans. Most Barcode readers are plug and play devices. Install the barcode reader and it will work with software. However some devices require installation. Please check with the “Barcode Reader” provider for further assistance. Back to top

SMAP Accounting Practices:

Q23. What is the proper method for transferring of opening balances?

Ans. For accurate accountancy reports, use JV for opening balance. It is in compliance with double entry accounting system. If you would transfer the account balances from the balanced trial balance then at period end suspense account will automatically be zero. Back to top

Q24. How to solve problems related to ‘Customer Ledger’ and ‘Customer Receipt’?

Ans. You can use ‘Customer Adjustment Option’ to adjust customer ledger and ‘Modification Option’ to make changes in customer receipt. For further queries please feel free to contact our helpline. Back to top

Q25. What does the message, “Credit limit is insufficient” mean?

Ans. While you set up your customers and suppliers, SMAP allows you to set credit limits respectively. While making sale / purchase an invoice, SMAP software notifies users about insufficient limits (if any). Back to top

Q26. What to do when inventory is not updated in inventory module while it is updated in activity module?

Ans. You are using old version, kindly install the new version available on SMAP website. Back to top

Q27. What is the effect of making changes in Setup Checklist?

Ans. Setup checklist is given just for information and has no effect on inventory or accounts. Back to top

Q28. What to do when in production module the list is saved but not displayed?

Ans. You are using old version, kindly install the new version available on SMAP website. Back to top

Q29. What is the use of formulization and replacement tabs?

Ans. Formulization Tab:
1. For manufacturing business, you can use this table to record the composition of the product.
2. The list of products mentioned on formulization tab show s the quantity required for the product of product being entered.

Replacement Tab:
1. Use this tab to specify the substitute of the product being entered.
2. You can enter the product ID, name, and details of your substitute. Back to top

Q30. What is the use of debtors / supplier control account?

Ans. For opening balances, always use suspense account for dual effect. Debtors / creditors control accounts are used to transfer balances automatically from respective accounts according to standard accounting practices. Back to top

Q31. What is RMA number?

Ans. RMA is Return Material Authorization number and originates from user’s manual record. Back to top

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