Release 5.8b is now available.

Please consult the What’s New document and Known Issues in the Help File for more details.

The following message will display at the top of the Subscription page: 

(If the message does not display, clear your browser cache and refresh the page by pressing the F5 button)

What to expect:

When you launch your subscription, you will receive either an Suggested Update or Mandatory Update message.

• Suggested Update: You will have the option to Update Now (which will convert the data to the new version and apply the new changes, should be done in new pay period) or Update Later (continue with the current release, for example you have not rolled into a new pay period). The Release 5.8b update can be installed in any period as from March 2022, and we recommend to update when all companies are in a new pay period.
• Mandatory Update: This message will only display if you did not update in the recommended timeframe and will require you to Update Now or Cancel. If you Select Update Now, but do not select to convert the company data when launching the application, the companies will not reflect on your Company Listing screen. At this point, you will have no other option, but to update the system. 

When you are ready to update your data, select Update Now (all non Super User will only see the Later option and will not be able to perform the update.)

The process will convert all payroll data to the new version. Once completed, the new version number will reflect at the top of the Company Listing screen. (if you select to update a company later during the conversion process, the company will not display on the menu).

What is included in this update?

Release 5.8b includes the following:

• South Africa
  • Updated RSA ETI Validation Utility for 2022/2023 tax year
• Malawi
  • New monthly PAYE Report
  • Amendments to P9 (Certificates), P16 (Annual PAYE Return), Tevet Levy
• Eswatini
  • Change to ENPF Electronic NPF200 File
• Items resolved/Known issues

Click here to view the Release Notes for Release 5.8b

Note to Partners: Migrations to Sage Business Cloud Payroll Professional 5.8b will be allowed from Sage VIP Classic and Premier 5.8a.

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Should I update my software in a new pay period?

A: The new update includes updates on reports, however as always, is recommended to be done when all companies are in a new pay period.

If you decide to update your software after you have already paid and/or printed reports/payslips, we recommend to review your company totals for any changes.

Q: Should I update my tax year-end instance to Release 5.8b?

A: The tax year-end instance will only update when data is copied from the live system when starting a new tax year. If your ta year-end payroll is on a lower version, the system will update to the new version if data is copied during "Start New Period to new tax year" process.