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  1. How to Create and Submit an 8955-SSA Batch

    After the 8955 data has been entered,  the data verified and edit checks have been run, the filing may be added to  a batch. Access the Batch Screen: From within the 8955-SSA window of the 5500 module,  click on the Batches/Fulfi...
  2. Upload and Download Center

    The Form 5500 Software includes several upload and download features. Click on the "Upload and Download Center" in the top-right under "5500 Menu" to open the "Upload and Download Center" page as shown below. Each feature can be accessed by clicki...
  3. Adding Summary Annual Report or Annual Funding Notice

    To add a Summary Annual Report (SAR) or Annual Funding Notice (AFN), click on the link to the corresponding notice within the "Add Schedules" box. If you add the SAR, you will not have the option to add the AFN until you delete the SAR from the "D...
  4. Accessing and Preparing 1099 Module Forms for Printing

    Accessing the Print Features: The Print Menu on the main "Form 1099 - Year" screen is where users select printing options and print forms. This menu is organized into three columns: IRS Copies , Other Copies , and Reports . Selecting Payee...
  5. Edit Checking

    After entering or uploading Payee data, running edit checks ensures data integrity by identifying errors and warnings. Users can perform edit checks for multiple Payees or an individual Payees by follow the steps below: Running Edit Checks for Mul...
  6. How to batch import payee/participant data

    Uploading Payee data in bulk is an efficient way to manage large numbers of Payees. This process is completed through the "Upload/Download Center" and allows for batch uploads, saving time compared to manual entry.  There are two different options...
  7. How to Manually Enter Payer Data

    At the top-left of the "1099-X Plan Year" screen is the "Edit Payer Data" box. By clicking on "Edit Payer", the user will be directed to the "Payer Data" screen where the user is able to edit/update payer data. Most information will be pre-populat...
  8. Edit Company

    From the "Home" screen, select a Company or Plan to access the "Edit Company" screen, purchased modules, or the "Edit Plan" screen.  First-time users will need to add a Company and Plan before proceeding. The available plan types depend on the sub...
  9. 5500 FAQs

    Table of Contents Q1: Amending a Filing Q2: Prior Year Filings Q2a: Amending a Prior Year 5500-SF for a One-Participant or Foreign Plan Q2b: Amending a Prior Year 5500-EZ Q3: Notices from IRS (CP 403 and CP 406 Notices) - Deli...
  10. Plan Checklists

    Edit Plan The Edit Plan screen is the home page for each plan and enables you to access each available module for the plan, such as Admin, 5500s, Portal, etc., as well as edit data about the plan itself. In the top left, you will see the basic inf...