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      STP Definitions

      What is Single Touch Payroll (STP)?

      Single Touch Payroll (STP) is a government program designed to make business reporting easier. Employers, or their intermediaries, can report payments like salaries, wages, pay-as-you-go (PAYG) withholding, and super contributions directly to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) from their payroll system. This reporting happens simultaneously when employees are paid. If your business uses Entire OnHire, it supports STP through SBR2 – ebMS3.

      Who Needs to Use STP? - Employers with 20 or more employees are required by law to use STP from 1 July 2018.

      Key Terms to Understand:

      • Regular Pay Cycle: How often do you pay your employees, like weekly or fortnightly?

      • Allowances and Deductions: Extra payments or deductions from employees' pay.

      • Full File Replacement: Replacing a previously submitted file with a new one.

      STP Masters Settings:

      STP Status Definitions during the Process Run for Submission:

      • STP Data Error: This status indicates that there was an error or problem with the data you submitted for Single Touch Payroll. There might be incorrect or missing information that needs correction.

      • STP File Error: If you encounter "STP File Error," it means there was an issue with the file you submitted for STP. There might be a problem with the format or content of the file.

      • STP File Success: "STP File Success" signifies that the file you submitted for Single Touch Payroll was successfully accepted and processed without any issues.

      • STP Validate Error: This status indicates that there was an error during the validation process of your STP submission. It means that the data you provided didn't meet certain requirements or standards.

      • STP Validate Success: "STP Validate Success" means that the validation of your STP submission was completed successfully, and your data met the necessary standards.

      • STP Submission Error: If you see "STP Submission Error," it means there was a problem or issue during the submission process of your STP data to the ATO (Australian Taxation Office). It might require investigation and correction.

      • STP Submission Success: This status indicates that your STP data was successfully submitted to the ATO without any errors or issues.

      • STP Response Error: If you receive "STP Response Error," it suggests that there was an error or problem in the response received from the ATO after your submission. It might require attention and further action.

      • STP Response Received: "STP Response Received" confirms that you have received a response from the ATO regarding your STP submission. This response could include various messages or information.

      • STP Completed: When you see "STP Completed," it means that your entire STP process, from data submission to response, has been completed.

      • STP Data Success: "STP Data Success" is a final status that confirms your data has been successfully updated in the ATO's system. This indicates a successful and error-free STP submission.

      Submission Responses:

      • Queued: This status means that your STP files have been placed in a queue to be sent to the ATO. They are waiting for processing.

      • Pushed: When the status is "Pushed," it indicates that your STP files have been successfully sent from your system to the ATO and are now in their possession, waiting for further processing.

      • Responded: "Responded" signifies that the ATO has acknowledged the submission by responding to it. This response could include various messages or information related to your submission.

      • Transmission Unsuccessful: If you see "Transmission Unsuccessful," it means there was an error or issue with your submission. The ATO was unable to process your files successfully. You'll need to investigate the error and correct it before resubmitting.

      • Transmission Successful: This status indicates that your submission has been successfully transmitted and processed by the ATO without any errors. Your data has been accepted.

      • Data Success: "Data Success" is the final status that confirms your data has been successfully updated in the ATO's system. This is a positive outcome indicating the completion of your STP submission.