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Re-exporting an ACH File

There are occasions when you need to re-export a direct deposits or tax impounds file after it has been purged. This topic explains how to restore and re-export purged ACH files.

Re-export Purged Direct Deposits File

Before you begin

Ensure all users are out of ProPay before proceeding.

Restore and re-export steps

  1. Open Windows Explorer.
  2. Go to the drive and folder where all payroll files are located (e.g., C:\PAYSOFT\PROPAY26).
  3. Locate the file PRDEPOS.DBF.
  4. Rename PRDEPOS.DBF to PRDEPOS_YYYYMMDD.DBF (where YYYYMMDD = today's date in YearMonthDay format).
    • Example: PRDEPOS_20151130.DBF
    1. Rename the file DIRBACK.DBF to PRDEPOS.DBF.
    2. Run the file DELCDX.BAT to rebuild the indexes.
    3. Start PAY2026.EXE.
    4. Click Client Functions > Electronic Processing > Employee Direct Deposit Bulk.
    5. Click Export.

    Re-export Purged Tax Impounds File

    Before you begin

    Ensure all users are out of ProPay before proceeding.

    Restore and re-export steps

    1. Open Windows Explorer.
    2. Go to the drive and folder where all payroll files are located (e.g., C:\PAYSOFT\PROPAY26).
    3. Locate the file PRACHTAX.DBF.
    4. Rename PRACHTAX.DBF to PRACHTAX_YYYYMMDD.DBF (where YYYYMMDD = today's date in YearMonthDay format).
      • Example: PRACHTAX_20151130.DBF
      1. Rename the file ACHBACK.DBF to PRACHTAX.DBF.
      2. Run the file DELCDX.BAT to rebuild the indexes.
      3. Start PAY2026.EXE.
      4. Click Client Functions > Electronic Processing > Tax Impounds.
      5. Click Export.

      Important Notes

      • Always create a backup of your current files before renaming.
      • The DELCDX.BAT file rebuilds database indexes and is essential for proper file operation.
      • Only re-export files when necessary, as this process restores previously purged data.

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