Create at least one user profile before processing in Sage Payroll. Set passwords and access rights for security. For example, some users handle payroll but not year-end tasks.

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Set up an access rights group

1. Log in as the system administrator.
2. Go to Security, then select Group Details.
3. In Group No., enter a new group number.
   Alternatively, if you want to edit an existing group, select Browse, then choose the group.
4. In Group Name, enter a name for the group.
5. Select Find, thenOK.
6. Select Rights.
7. Select the options for this group to access.
8. Right-click Rights - Group Details, then select Save.
9. Select Save, then Cancel.

Set up a new payroll user profile

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1. Log in as the system administrator.
2. Go to Security, then select Group Details.
3. Select Add, then enter the following details:
   

   Name	Enter the user name. Up to a maximum of eight characters.
   Group	Select the access rights group.
   Password	Select Change Password. Enter the password in both fields. Your password must: Be between eight and 15 characters Include at least one letter Include at least one number Include at least one special character  TIP: Find out more about the password requirements.

4. Select OK, then Cancel.

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