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April 2024

Sage VIP Classic and Premier

Current software versions

The latest version of your payroll software is available for download from the Sage Portal.

Application Version
Sage VIP Classic and Premier Payroll Release 6.2a
Premier ESS Version 12.9.28.1
Premier HR Version 24.3.0.1

This update is compulsory for all users and must be installed before starting your May 2024 payroll month.

South African users must install the update in both live and tax year-end copy systems for 2023/2024.

Click here for more information on this software release.

Latest patch, report and tax files

The following patch and tax files for Release 6.2a are now available on the Sage Portal for more information on this software release.

  • Patch 1 - Botswana Report and dotmatrix print fix
  • Patch 2 - DRC & Kenya tax changes, OID and IRP5 report fixes (RSA users must install on Live and Tax Year-end Copy systems)
  • Patch 3 - Lesotho tax changes for 2024/2025 and fix for DRC 30% tax limit

Warning message "Cannot roll into May 2024 under 6.1a or 6.1b"

Your payroll application will only allow you to start your May processing on the latest version Release 6.2a.

Click here for more details if you get this warning message.

Sage ID: 2-Factor Authentication

Sage ID serves as the authentication method for Employment Verification Services and grants access to the functionalities within the Sage Community Hub and Knowledgebase.

2-factor authentication (2FA) is now mandatory when you log in any application, site or feature with your Sage ID.

For more information on this feature and how to setup 2FA, click here.

Discontinuation of Basic Access Control

If you are currently utilising the Basic Access Control option in your payroll you are strongly encouraged to transition your company access to Advanced Access Control.

Click here to read more.

Review frequently asked questions on this month's Support Snippets.

Legislative Updates

South Africa

Kenya

Lesotho

Zimbabwe

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Submit your queries on the Sage Portal

We've made some changes to the process of logging queries for Customer Support.

Click here for more information how you can now submit your query online.

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Email address to submit any complaints

We have introduced a new email address complaints.za@sage.com which allows you to escalate any concerns on your product or service received.

A reference number will be provided, and we will review and respond as soon as possible.

General Announcements

Correct Payment Allocations

To ensure that we allocate your payment accurately and timeously, please use your site code / account number located on your statement or invoice as reference.

Supporting Payment Queries

We value your time! We can help you with your account queries related to your customer statement or any payment allocation queries. To ensure you get the right support, choose Option 2 on our IVR when you call through.

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