Windows Server 2012 R2 No Longer Supported with Sage 100

October 23, 2023 by Wayne Schulz

The latest Sage 100 Supported Platforms Matrix ( October 20, 2023 ) notes that Sage no longer supports Sage 100 running under Windows Server 2012 R2.

This is due to Microsoft ending support for both Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 on October 10, 2023. As noted in the Microsoft support page:

Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 will end on October 10, 2023. After this date, these products will no longer receive security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, technical support, or online technical content updates. If you cannot upgrade to the next version, you will need to use Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for up to three years. ESUs are available for free in Azure or need to be purchased for on-premises deployments. Microsoft has guidance for both cloud and on-premises solutions.

Sage currently supports Sage 100 running under the following Microsoft server operating systems:

Windows Server 2022 Standard and Datacenter
Windows Server 2019 Standard and Datacenter
Windows Server 2016 Standard

A Cautionary Note About Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise

Sage notes that Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise are not recommended for Sage 100 32-bit due to unresolved issues in the Microsoft Print Server. The suggestion is to use the 64-bit version of Sage 100 under Windows 11 or Windows 10 for Sage 100 32-bit installations.

For more information about one issue people have experienced running 32-bit Sage 100 on Windows 11 workstations see – Daily Transaction Register hangs on “Processing Daily Transaction Register”

How can I see the tax tables being used for Payroll taxes?

October 20, 2023 by Wayne Schulz

The release of Payroll v2.23.2 includes the implementation of Payroll Tax Tables, which can be viewed by following these steps:

Select Payroll_Setup_Tax Profile Maintenance.
Select or create a Tax Profile.
Click on Rates and Limits in the top right of the panel.
Double-click or highlight the tax with a table rate.
Select the icon with the down arrow in the top right of the panel.

The Payroll Tax Table will then be displayed.

Additional features included in the Sage 100 Payroll 2.23.2 update include:

Sage 100 Payroll 2.23.2 now allows users to mask employee Social Security Numbers and direct deposit information when printing reports.
Users with the appropriate security setup can still view and print the full Social Security Number and direct deposit information.
The Tax Table Rate Inquiry button has been added to the Tax Rates and Limits window in Tax Profile Maintenance. This allows users to view detailed tax table rate information.
Oceania taxes are now supported for Micronesia, Marshall Islands, and Palau.

We hope you find this new feature helpful. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

For more information, visit the Sage KB – How can I see the tax tables being used for Payroll taxes?

Sage TLS 1.2 Change Deferred For Some Through March 2024

October 4, 2023 by Wayne Schulz

As Sage has communicated to partners and customers for over a year, TLS 1.0 and 1.1 will no longer be supported by Sage License Servers beginning in October 2023. This means that Sage 100 subscription products using these older TLS protocols may not communicate with the Sage License Servers and could go into read-only mode.

Today, Sage announced they’ve developed a means to pace the impact on customers in batches. The timing of this change means that some customers will now have until March 1, 2024, when Sage expects to complete the TLS changes.

Which Sage 100 versions are already TLS 1.2 compliant?

2023.x
2022.x
2021.x
2020.1 (PU1)
2019.4 (PU4)
2018.10 (PU10)

If you are on one of these releases or higher, your Sage 100 product is already compatible with TLS 1.2 and will not be impacted by this change.

What happens to customers not using a TLS 1.2 compliant version of Sage 100 or Sage 300?

Noncompliant customers will begin receiving warnings beginning with renewals dated October 2023. The notice will say that their product subscription has expired, and they have 45 days to upgrade their product to a TLS 1.2 compliant version before it goes into read-only mode.

How is Sage pacing the impact on customers?

To minimize any business impact, Sage is pacing the TLS 1.0/1.1 deprecation in batches, which they expect to finalize by March 1, 2024. These batches’ timing, size, and allocation are still being determined.

What can customers do to prepare for the TLS 1.2 compliance requirement?

If you use a version of Sage 100 that is not TLS 1.2 compliant, you should contact your Sage partner or reseller to discuss your upgrade options.

We encourage all customers to upgrade to a TLS 1.2 compliant version of Sage 100 as soon as possible to avoid disrupting their business.

Sage 100 Updates for 2023: The Year-End Edition You Can’t Afford to Miss

September 27, 2023 by Wayne Schulz

No October Surprises Here

Hello, Sage 100 enthusiasts! It’s that magical time of year when Sage graces us with updates as essential as your morning coffee. So, let’s cut to the chase and break down what’s coming and what you need to do to stay in the game.

First, if you expect an update in October, you can relax. Sage has decided to skip an October payroll update. So, you’ve got a bit more time to prepare for the ones coming in November and December.

November 2023: Tax Table Refresh

Mark your calendar for November 2023 because that’s when a Sage 100 payroll tax table update is dropping. It’s your yearly nudge to ensure your system is current with all the new tax rates and rules. Don’t be the one who sails into 2024 with last year’s tax tables. It’s not a good look.

December 2023: Double Whammy—Payroll and Forms Update

December is shaping up to be a busy month. Not only is Sage rolling out a Payroll update, but they’re also releasing a forms update. The details are still under wraps, but you’ll want to hit “Install” sooner rather than later.

Compatibility Alert

Here’s some vital information: the December update is only compatible with Sage 100 versions 2020 and later. If you’re still hanging onto versions 2018 or 2019 for payroll or 1099s, you’ll need to upgrade before you can apply this update. No exceptions.

The Fine Print: Who Needs to Upgrade

Listen up if you’re using Sage 100 versions 2018 or 2019 (or prior). You’ll need to upgrade to one of the following versions to install the December Payroll and forms update:

2023.x
2022.x
2021.x
2020.x

Fail to do so, and you’ll be greeted with a failed update and many tax form headaches.

Legacy Users, Take Note

For those on unsupported legacy versions, you’re not directly impacted by this update. But let’s be honest; you might want to consider joining the rest of us in the current decade.

Looking Ahead: The n-3 Policy.

Starting in 2024, Sage is adopting an n-3 support policy for payroll updates. This means each new update will play nice with the latest version and the three preceding versions of Sage 100. Plan your upgrades accordingly.

Questions? Reach Out

If all this talk of updates and versions puzzled you, don’t hesitate to contact your Sage 100 partner or consultant. They’re the pros who can help you navigate this maze.

Does Sage have plans to stop supporting TLS 1.0 & 1.1 for Sage 100?

September 6, 2023 by Wayne Schulz

Sage’s policy on supporting TLS 1.0 and 1.1 for Sage 100 is the following.

Sage will end support of Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.0 and 1.1 for online communications by October 1, 2023. TLS is a security protocol that creates encryption paths over computer networks to help ensure that online communications and information cannot be intercepted. Regulatory standards have increasingly required the adoption of TLS 1.2 and the subsequent depreciation of TLS 1.0 and 1.1 due to known security risks.

Sage servers will stop accepting communication from products using TLS 1.0 and 1.1 on October 1, 2023. If you are using versions of Sage 100 that do not utilize TLS 1.2, an update or upgrade will be required to prevent a disruption in the use of your software. Sage 100 versions 2018 PU10, 2019 PU4, 2020 PU1, and newer versions support TLS 1.2. Sage 100 2015.5 users who own the payroll module must also upgrade or update their software.

If you do not update or upgrade your software, you will begin receiving warning messages when accessing Sage 100 due to the inability to communicate with Sage servers. Your software will revert to read-only mode and restrict access after a grace period of approximately 45 days.

If you are on the following releases – or higher – then you are compatible with TLS 1.2 to reach the Sage Licensing Server.

2023.x
2022.x
2021.x
2020.1 ( PU1 )
2019.4 ( PU4 )
2018.10 (PU10)

Please contact your Sage partner for more information on upgrading your Sage 100 system.