How do I process an SDL adjustment for correction purposes?

This feature is available on all PaySpace editions.

Employees' SDL can be corrected by creating and processing the Skills Development Levy Adjustment component.

Step 1: Search for and create the Skills Development Levy Adjustment component on company level.

      Navigate > Config > Payroll > Payroll Config > Payroll Components

      

      

      

Step 2: Process the component on the employee's Company Contributions payslip section on the Edit Payslip screen.

      Navigate > Employee > Payroll Processing > Edit Payslip > Company Contributions

      

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