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Patch Released | Sage VIP Classic and Premier Release 6.0b - MIBFA Member Report changes

A patch file has been released for Sage VIP Classic and Sage VIP Premier Release 6.0b and is available on the Sage Portal.

The patch file includes: 

  • Changes to existing MIBFA export, to include Member Report to comply with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) and the Pension Funds Act

Click here to view the additional notes which include more details on the changes of the export.

How do I do I download and install the patch file?

Download from the Sage Portal:

  • Access the Sage Portal
  • Click on Product Updates
  • Select your Sage VIP Classic or Sage VIP Premier
  • Select Release 6.0b
  • Scroll down and locate 'MIBFA Member Report' in the Patch Files section
  • Click on Download in the Software section to start the download process

Once you have downloaded the patch file:

  • Your payroll must be on Release 6.0b to install this patch file
  • Take note: If your payroll is on any prior version, you will need to update to Release 6.0b before installing the patch file
  • It is recommended to make a full system backup before extracting the patch. Click here for more details
  • Ensure no other users are accessing the payroll application, when extracting the files
  • Locate the patch file which was downloaded 
  • Double-click on the .ZIP file, which will open with the default program on your computer
  • Select to Extract All the files
  • Select the payroll application folder as extraction location.
  • When prompted to overwrite existing files in the folder say Yes
  • Close the application when the extraction is complete