Specify Factor

Explanation

This activity is used to specify factors for a selected cost allocation procedure. A factor is a percentage used for creation of voucher rows that are parts of the original value.

Prerequisites

In order to perform this activity, a cost allocation procedure should exist.

System Effects

As a result of this activity, a factor will be available for the procedure. The status of the factor will be Defined if you select Automatic factor type for the factor. If you select Manual or Static  as the factor type, the status of the factor will be Prepared.

Window

Cost Allocation Procedures
PCA Factors

Related Window Descriptions

Cost Allocation Procedure
PCA Factors

Procedure

To specify a factor:

  1. Open the PCA Factors window and search for the procedure for which you want to specify a factor. (You can also open the PCA Factors window by right-clicking in the Cost Allocation Procedures window.)
  2. Create a new record in the table.
  3. Enter an ID and a description for the new factor in the Factor ID and Description fields.
  4. Select a value for the Factor Type field to specify a factor type for the factor.
  5. Select a value for the Factor Result Type field.
  6. If you selected Manual or Static as the factor type, enter a percentage in the Value(%) field.
  7. Save the information.
  8. If you selected Manual or Static as the factor type, select the factor, right-click and then click Set Prepared.