Tds filling error code-t-fv-3173

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Jitendra D Rajpopat (Querist)

05 May 2016 WHILE GIVING RETURN 4 QTR-FY.2015-16 I AM HAVING ERROR CODE - T-FV - 3173
BUT MY FVU FILE IS CREATED KINDLY HELP ME
I WANT TO KNOW WHAT PROBLEM I WILL HAVE LETTER IF I GO WITH THIS FVU FILE.

Aashok Kumar Sharma online

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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27 July 2025 Error code **T-FV-3173** in TDS return filing usually relates to a **mismatch or inconsistency in PAN details** or some **validation failure** in the data uploaded via the FVU file.

Since your FVU file is created but the error is still showing, it means the return might be rejected or not accepted by the TIN-NSDL system upon uploading.

### What will happen if you upload this FVU file with the error?

* The system will most likely **reject** your TDS return due to this error.
* The return will not be considered filed, so your TDS compliance will not be complete for that quarter.
* This can lead to **late filing fees, interest, and penalties** if not corrected and filed in time.

### What should you do?

1. **Identify the cause of the error** — it’s usually due to incorrect PAN, mismatch in challan details, or other data validation issues.
2. Use the **validation utility (FVU utility)** to check the exact details of the error.
3. Correct the underlying issue in the TDS statement or challan details.
4. Regenerate the FVU file after correction.
5. Upload the corrected FVU file.

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If you want, you can share the exact context or screenshot of the error details, and I can help you pinpoint the exact fix.

**Bottom line:** Don’t submit the return with this error as it will be rejected. Fix the issue before uploading.

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