To identify, classify, and categorize the deduction:You need to identify, classify, and categorize a deduction before you can use it. Use the Deduction window.
To identify, classify, and categorize the deduction:Set the effective date early enough to handle any historical entries. You cannot enter a deduction for employees before its effective start date.
Enter a unique name for the deduction. This name applies both to the deduction element and its formula. The name must start with a letter of the alphabet, not a number or symbol and must not exceed a length of 31 characters.
Note: A number of suffixes are used within the system. Do not use these suffixes in your deduction names or reporting names.
| Alien SF | Catchup | Priority |
| AT | Catchup SI | Residual |
| AT ER | Catchup SF | Special Features |
| AT Special Inputs | ER | Special Inputs |
| AT Special Features | ER Contribution | Supp SF |
| Buy Back | ER Contribution SF | Tagging |
| Buy Back SF | ER Contribution SI | Taxable By JD |
| Buy Back SI | Excess Credits | Verifier |
| Calculator | Fees | Withholding |
| Carried Over | Payroll Balance | - |
Enter a reporting name, which is a short name that appears on reports and the statement of earnings.
Select the correct classification for the deduction, and a category if applicable.
Pretax deductions and deductions taken for wage attachments require selection of a category.
If this deduction pays for a benefit or benefit plan and you are using Basic Benefits, select the appropriate benefit classification for it.
Note: Do not select a benefit classification of Medical, Dental, or Vision if your site uses Standard Benefits or Advanced Benefits.
Optionally change the default priority. The deduction's classification determines its default processing priority in the payroll run. Deductions with lower processing priorities process first.