How to Update Pay Item Type

This guide shows you how to update the details of an existing pay item type, such as its name, IR8A code, CPF type, category, and whether CPF, SHG, or SDL contributions apply.

1. Open the pay item type you want to edit

   In the left sidebar, expand Settings and click Pay Item Types. The Pay Item Types list appears. Click the name of the pay item type you want to update — for example, Sample Pay Item.

   

2. Update the pay item details

   The Update Pay Item Details form opens, pre-filled with the current values. Edit any of the following fields as needed:

   Field	Description
   Pay Item Name	The display name for this pay item on payslips
   I8RA Code	The IRAS IR8A form category this item maps to (e.g. Bonus, Allowance_Transport)
   CPF Type	Whether the wage is Ordinary Wage (OW) or Additional Wage (AW) for CPF purposes
   Category	Whether this item is an Addition or Deduction on the payslip
   Is CPF Payable?	Toggle on if CPF contributions apply to this item
   Is SHG Payable?	Toggle on if Self-Help Group fund deductions apply
   Is SDL Payable?	Toggle on if Skills Development Levy applies

   

3. Save the changes

   Scroll to the bottom of the form and click Update to save your changes.