Understanding Transactions

The LOG sample data that is delivered with Payroll Interface includes transactions and corresponding stop transactions for deductions, savings plans, and additional pay. This topic describes how to set up the transaction and the stop transaction for deductions using the LOGEXP export file.

When setting up transactions, the implementation details will vary depending on the type of transaction and the requirements of the third-party payroll system. The following procedures, however, show which Payroll Interface components need to be defined.

To set up a transaction:

1. Set up the PS Tables component—identify the tables and fields that are required for the transaction.

2. Set up the Field Definition Table component—define the fields that will be included in the export file.

3. (Optional) Set up the Instance Table component—create an instance ID if you want to restrict or modify the data that is sent to the third-party payroll system.

4. Set up the Definition Table component—define the transaction record and field sequences.

To set up a stop transaction:

1. Set up the Field Definition Table component—define the fields that will be included in the export file.

2. Review the Process Table component—identify the COBOL process that will perform the stop transaction.

3. Set up the Definition Table component—define the stop transaction record and field sequences.