About Transaction History

When you set up Sage 300 Payroll part way into a calendar year you must enter the transaction data for the current year to date. This window lets you enter historical employee pay information.

Entering Transaction History

If you convert to Sage 300 Payroll after the beginning of the year, you can bring employee records up to date for accurate payroll reports and W-2s. You can enter the following pay information:

The system retains transaction history for the number of years you specify on the Payroll Setup Options window.

Notes:

  • Entering history in the Transaction History window does not update General Ledger. You must enter these transactions manually in General Ledger.
  • Carry-overs can be initiated as a result of transaction history entries, as well as by system or manual check postings.

As with all other deductions, if you start using the payroll program after the beginning of a calendar year, you must enter historical employment insurance premiums to produce correct T4s and Relevé 1s.