In this topic

• Introduction
• Overview: What You’re Doing
• Step 1: Navigate to STP2 Config
• Step 2: Review Your Paycode Mappings
  • What to look for:
  • Download Your Mappings for Offline Review
• Step 3: Update Mappings (If Required)
• Step 4: Save and Confirm
• After Confirming: Can I Make Changes?
• Verification Checklist

Introduction

This topic walks you through the complete process of configuring Qualifying Earnings in ePayroll, verifying your configuration, and confirming it is correct before 1 July 2026.

Disclaimer: This documentation explains how ePayroll handles Qualifying Earnings configuration for Pay Day Super. For regulatory advice on your specific obligations under Australian superannuation law, consult the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), your accountant, or a payroll professional.

Overview: What You’re Doing

In this section, you will:

1. Navigate to the STP2 Config screen
2. Review QE mappings for all paycode types
3. Update any mappings that need changing
4. Save and confirm your QE configuration

NOTE: Who can do this: Users with the following webroles can access, update, and confirm QE mappings:

• Employer Authority
• Employer Authority Limited
• Run Payroll Authority

Step 1: Navigate to STP2 Config

1. Log in to ePayroll
2. From the left-hand menu, go to Employer → STP2 Config
3. The STP2 Config screen will load, showing your paycode mappings organised by type

Step 2: Review Your Paycode Mappings

The STP2 Config screen displays all your paycodes grouped into four sections:

• Payment Paycodes
• Allowance Paycodes
• Deduction Paycodes
• Salary Packaging Deductions

For each paycode, there is a Qualifying Earnings (QE) column showing Yes or No. These values have been pre-populated by ePayroll based on your Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) configuration.

NOTE: Hover over the QE column header to see a tooltip with guidance on what qualifies as a QE paycode.

What to look for:

• Check each paycode in all four sections
• Consider whether the default (Yes/No) is appropriate for your organisation’s specific setup
• Pay particular attention to allowances, bonuses, and deductions — these may vary by organisation

Setting	What It Means	Can You Change It?
Yes	Paycodes: This paycode counts towards Qualifying Earnings. Deductions: This deduction reduces the Qualifying Earnings	✅ Yes (you can change to No)
No	Paycodes: This paycode does NOT count towards Qualifying Earnings. Deductions: This deduction does NOT reduce the Qualifying Earnings	✅ Yes (you can change to Yes)

Download Your Mappings for Offline Review

Each paycode section has a download icon in the top-right corner. Click it to download the current QE mappings as an Excel file for offline review or to share with your accountant.

This is useful if you want to:

• Review mappings offline before confirming
• Share with your accountant or payroll professional for validation
• Keep a record of your QE configuration

Step 3: Update Mappings (If Required)

If any paycode mapping needs to be changed:

1. Click the QE value (Yes or No) next to the relevant paycode
2. Toggle it to the correct value for your organisation
3. Repeat for any other paycodes that need updating

NOTE: If you are unsure whether a specific paycode should be marked as qualifying, consult the ATO’s Payday Super guidance, your accountant, or a payroll professional.

Step 4: Save and Confirm

1. Once you have reviewed all sections and made any necessary changes, click Save
2. A confirmation popup will appear asking you to confirm your QE mappings
3. Click Confirm to finalise your configuration

NOTE: Confirming your mappings is a one-time action required after the feature is released. Once confirmed, the informational banners on the Home and Open Payroll screens will be removed for your employer account.

After Confirming: Can I Make Changes?

Yes. You can return to Employer → STP2 Config at any time to update your QE mappings. Changes take effect from the next pay run processed after saving.

Verification Checklist

Before clicking Confirm, use this quick checklist:

• ☐ I have reviewed all Payment Paycodes
• ☐ I have reviewed all Allowance Paycodes
• ☐ I have reviewed all Deduction Paycodes
• ☐ I have reviewed all Salary Packaging Deductions
• ☐ I am satisfied the QE mappings reflect my organisation’s payroll setup
• ☐ I have consulted a payroll professional if I was unsure about any mappings