Rate Required versus Bill Segment Algorithm

The following table shows appropriate combinations of the SA type's rate required switch and the bill segment creation algorithm defined on the SA type's bill segment type. If N/A appears in a cell, the combination is not applicable. Otherwise, we list typical types of service agreements that will use a combination. Be aware that no cross validation exists between the rate required switch and the bill segment creation algorithm when setting up the SA type.


Bill Segment Create Algorithm	SA Type Rate Required Switch: Not allowed	SA Type Rate Required Switch: Rate required on SA
Apply Rate To Usage Request	N/A	Metered services. Lamp services. Misc item services. Company usage.
Recurring Charge With Auto Stop	Payment arrangements. Merchandise installment plans. Zero-interest loans.	N/A
Recurring Charge For Amount To Bill	Deposit installment plans.	N/A
Recurring Charge	Charitable contributions.	N/A
Billable Charge	One time invoices.	Billable charges that require a rate to add-on extra charges (like taxes) or billable charges where the consumption is interfaced and the system is responsible for calculating the charges.
Loan	Loans.	N/A

Where Used

This information is used to default and validate the rate specified on a service agreement. Refer to Service Agreement - Rate Info for more information.