Specify Step Type Generate Voucher

Explanation

This activity is used to include a step of the Generate Voucher type in a selected cost allocation procedure. This step type is used to create a voucher automatically. Different types of postings, as well as factors and distributions, can be used.

Prerequisites

In order to perform this activity:

• A cost allocation procedure of the Defined or Active status should exist and it's allocation type should be Actual.
• Distributions and factors should have been specified, if appropriate.

System Effects

As a result of this activity, a voucher is automatically created and placed in the hold table once the step is executed. The voucher details will differ depending on the values selected for the Correction, Merging Type, Factor ID and Distribution fields.

Window

PCA Step Definition

Related Window Descriptions

PCA Step Definition

Procedure

To specify Generate Voucher step type:

1. Open PCA Step Definition window and search for the procedure for which you want to enter the step.
2. Create a new record in the table.
3. Enter a value in the Seq No field to specify the sequence.
4. Enter an ID for the step in the Step ID field.
5. Select Generate Voucher for the Step Type field.
6. Enter a description for the step in the Description field.
7. Select a value for the Posting Mode field.
8. Select the Correction check box if you want the voucher generated to be a correction voucher.
9. Select a value for the Merging Type field.
10. Enter a value in the Factor ID and/or the Distribution ID field if you want the voucher to be generated based on a factor and/or a distribution. The List of Values can be used to select the relevant value.
11. Select a value for the Amount Source field.
12. Select the Balance Type Normal and/or Balance Type Simulation check boxes as required.
13. Save the information.