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
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.