The error: Validation errors from Beam Error - EE053 - The provided Electronic Service Address (ESA) is not valid - USI (SMSF Name). This appears when the ESA attached to the SMSF is invalid.
To resolve this issue we recommend to:
- Confirm ESA Details: Contact the employee to confirm that the Electronic Service Address (ESA) provided for their SMSF is correct.
- Update SMSF Settings: Once you have the correct ESA details, update the SMSF settings in your system.
- Navigate to Menu > Settings > General > Super Settings.
- Ensure that the ESA is correctly entered for the SMSF.
- Verify with the Fund: If the issue persists, contact the SMSF directly to verify that all details, including the ABN and ESA, are accurate and up-to-date.
Note for ESA's Superchoice or Australia Post:
The SMSF listed there has an ESA that have been recently been retired - https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/super-for-individuals-and-families/self-managed-super-funds-smsf/smsf-newsroom/changes-to-the-register-of-smsf-messaging-providers
- Superchoice ESA retired 5 May 2026
- Australia Post ESA retired 30 June 2026
The SMSF will need to be configured with the new correct ESA. The employee themselves or their tax agent/accountant will know the changes to their new ESA.
You can update this on the Super Setting page - Navigate to Menu > Settings > General > Super Settings once you have the new ESA provider