Manage Deposit Types
The Manage Deposit Types allowfeature allows administrators to define and manage various categories of depositsdeposits, (e.g.,such as those required for permits, equipment, or specific services).services. ThisIts featureprimary purpose is essential forto accurately trackingtrack refundable amounts, providingprovide clear financial oversight, and ensuringensure proper accounting for deposited funds within the system. This article is intended for OPS-COM administrators responsible for financial configurations and managing user deposits.
Setup and Configuration
This feature is a core administrative tool used to establish financial deposit requirements within the system.
Admin Side: Administrators must have the appropriate system role permissions enabled to access the payments configuration menus and manage the list of deposit types.
Using this Feature
TheAdministrators Managecan Depositsuse pagethe providesfollowing ainstructions straightforwardto navigate the management interface to seamlessly add, edit, andor view the usage ofdelete various deposit types.
Accessing the Management Interface
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Hover over System
Configuration,Configuration, click Payments, thenPayments,and clickManage Deposit Types.
Adding a Deposit Type
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Click the Add Deposit Type
.button. FilloutEnter a descriptive identifier in the
information as needed:- Label
:This is the name that will be used to identify the deposit typefield (e.g.,"PermitDeposit,"Deposit"or Key FobDeposit")Deposit). -
Enter prompt instructions in the Placeholder Text
:field if desired. Thisfieldoptionalistextoptional. It provides a prompt or sample information that will appearappears in the deposit information text field to guide administrators when creating a deposit record. -
Enable or disable the Flags
:toggle. Thistogglecontrols the ability to edit the Assignable Text field in the resulting active depositrecord.record,This textwhich will appear in the user's profile associated with the deposit. -
Enter the required monetary value in the Amount
:Thefield.amount -
Enable the
deposit will cost. - Active
checkbox:checkboxThistodetermines ifensure the deposit is currently available to be assigned.
that- Label
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Click the Save Changes
.button.
Editing a Deposit Type
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Locate the specific deposit type
andyouclickwish to modify in the list. -
Click the Edit button next to
it.the entry. -
Make any necessary changes to the configuration fields.
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Click the Save Changes
.button to apply your updates.
Deleting a Deposit Type
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1.LocateIfthe specific deposit type you wish to remove from the list. -
Click the Delete button next to the entry.
A deposit type can only be deleted if there are absolutely no records arecurrently associated with thisit in the system. The Delete button will not be visible if the deposit youtype canis clickactively thein Deleteuse button.or linked to past transactions. This restriction prevents financial data inconsistencies.
Best Practices &and Considerations
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ClearUseLabelingclear labeling::Use descriptive labels for your deposittypestypes.(e.g.,Utilizing"clear names like Annual PermitDeposit,"Deposit"or Visitor PassDeposit")Deposittoensuresensureimmediate clarity for both administrators reviewing accounts andusers.users paying the fees. -
Utilize placeholder text: Utilize the Placeholder Text
Utility: Utilize thePlaceholder Textfield to provide clear instructions or examples foradministratorsadministrators. This helps guide staff members and standardizes data entry whenenteringthey are manually creating depositinformation.records. -
UnderstandingUnderstand"Flags"the flags setting::TheUse"Flags"the Flags setting forAssignable Textcantobe useful for addingadd specific, customizable notes to individual depositrecordsrecords.onThisuserflexibilityprofiles,allowsallowingadministratorsforto append unique details pertransaction.transaction directly onto the user profile. -
FinancialEnsureReconciliationfinancial reconciliation::Accurately tracking deposit types is crucial for financialreconciliationreconciliation. Proper configuration ensures all refundable amounts are reliably managed andmanagingeasilyrefundableauditedamounts.by your accounting team.