Functional Design Spec - Payroll Interface

[Former Member]

I have a requirement to develop a FDS for a payroll interface. I have developed many FDS in SAP Payroll but not for an interface. I have not worked alot with interfaces. I want to be able to develop a clear, concise and thorough spec for the ABAP team. I need recommendations on what should be included in a FDS for a payroll interface.

Thanks,

[kiran_k8]

Trina,

Interface can be of many types like using DMEE or IDOCs using PI for Data Mapping and File transfer or just creating a Payment file in the bank specified format on the Application Server and then transferring the file to the Bank using Connect Direct or FTP or Putty etc.There are many tools available for doing the file transfer.Alot depends on what is agreed upon with the Bank and the Client regarding the Interface.

K.Kiran.

[Former Member]

Kiran,

Thanks for your prompt reply. I am a functional so I am looking to write a spec for a payroll interface. I have written many specs before but not one specific to an interface. So I am looking for direction as to what specifically / content wise I must include in the functional spec to assist the ABAP guy who will be responsible for the technical aspect.

Thank you so much,

[kiran_k8]

Trina,

We can design a FS if we have the info on how exactly the flow is going to be.On a holisitic picture we will create a file in the Bank Format (GMT,DMT,GDFF,FEBRABAN (Brazil)) and get this file transferred to Bank to process the Payments.Once the Payments are done the Bank will return a Bank Statement which in turn will be uploaded into SAP (FEBC or FF.5) to complete the process.

To start with you can check with Bank regarding the documents on File Format and then check if you have any file transfer process already available in your landscape which can be used or leveraged based on the requirement.Encryption of the Payment file will also come into picture.

Whatever the process I had shared with you is the process for Vendor/Customer/Employee ie Payroll (HCM) or Salary Payments.I don't know whether DMEE can be used for Payroll process under HCM module.

K.Kiran.