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Software update: Release 5.4a available for Sage Classic, Sage Premier and Sage 200c VIP as from 9 March 2020 to download

The latest version for Sage Classic, Sage Premier and Sage 200c VIP is available to download on the Customer Zone as from 09 March 2020.

This is a compulsory update for all users in all tax countries.

Included in the Release 5.4a software update:

  • RSA Legislative changes for 2020-2021 tax year (new 2020-2021 tax tables and UIF changes).
  • Stats SA and UI19 changes (including new non contribution codes).
  • Africa tax and report changes.
  • Items resolved and requests implemented

Click here for detailed infographic to assist you with downloading and installing the update.

Frequently Asked Questions

When must Release 5.4a be installed?

  • All users must install Release 5.4a in March 2020.
  • The update must be installed before final payments have been made and reports have been printed. We recommend to install in a new pay period.
  • This is a compulsory update for all users in all tax countries.

 On what Release must I be before installing the new software?

  • You must be on Release 5.3a or 5.3b in order to install the update..

Where can I download the software?

  • Log onto the Customer Zone and select the applicable product from the Update menu option, to access the software

Should Premier HR or Premier ESS users install Release 5.4a?

  • All Premier HR and Premier Employee Self Service users must update their Premier HR and Premier ESS systems respectively to the latest versions available on the Customer Zone, to ensure smooth integration with Premier Payroll Release 5.4a.
  • The updates for Premier Payroll, Premier HR and/or Premier ESS systems must be loaded consecutively.
  • The latest version for Premier HR is v20.3.0.1 and Premier ESS is v10.1.

How do I know if the software for Release 5.4a has been installed successfully?

  • The release number version will be displayed at the top of the Company Listing Screen of your payroll, once the installation and conversion of data to the latest version is complete