Adding and Editing Distribution Codes

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Adding and Editing Distribution Sets

Bank Distribution Codes Screen

Bank Distribution Sets Screen

Bank Options Screen

Make sure General Ledger's chart of accounts includes the accounts you want to use in bank entries.

To add or edit a distribution code:

  1. Open Bank Services > Bank Setup > Distribution Codes.Open Bank Services > Bank Setup > Distribution Codes.
  2. In the Distribution Code field, enter a unique code to identify the type of transaction, using up to six alphanumeric characters, or, specify an existing distribution code that you want to edit or delete.
  3. In the Distribution Code Description field, enter a description for the code using up to 60 alphanumeric characters.
  4. In the G/L Account field, specify the account to debit or credit when you post bank transactions that use this distribution code.

  5. On the table at the bottom of the screen, using a separate line for each tax authority payable for this type of transaction:

    • In the Tax Authority field, specify the code for the necessary tax authority.
    • In the Tax Class field, change the tax class, if necessary.
    • Double-click the Tax Included field to change the entry from No to Yes, as permitted by the tax authority.
  6. To add another line, click Add Line and repeat the steps. Otherwise, click Save.

  • After adding distribution codes, you can:

    • Select a default distribution code for Bank Services on the Processing tab of the Bank Options screen.
    • Add distribution sets that consist of groups of distribution codes and/or general ledger accounts.