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How To Determine The Installed Version of Sage 100 or Sage 100cloud

March 11, 2019 by Wayne Schulz Leave a Comment

If able to access and log into Sage 100 (formerly Sage MAS 90 or 200):

Launch Sage 100 (or formerly Sage MAS 90 or 200)
Access the Help menu
- Note: This would be the on the toolbar that includes File, Modules, My Tasks, View, and Help
Select About or About Sage 100
Locate the version information
- Example: Sage 100c Standard 2016 (Version 5.30.3.0
- If unable to access and log into Sage 100 (formerly Sage MAS 90 or 200):
  - The following procedure only works if the “..\MAS90” directory and its contents are available (either as installed on the server, or as a backup copy).
  - The status.flp file will indicate what the base version is. It does not indicate what Product Update, program fixes, or third-party enhancements may be included.
Browse to the “..\MAS90\Home” where the data is stored or where Sage 100 is installed (if not a backup copy)
Open the Status.flp using a text editor (Such as Notepad) to read the version of SS (System Setup).
- Examples:
  - 6.10 – Sage 100 2019
  - 6.00 – Sage 100 2018
  - 5.40 – Sage 100 2017
  - 5.30 – Sage 100 2016
  - 5.20 – Sage 100 2015
  - 5.10 – Sage 100 2014
  - 5.00 – Sage 100 2013
  - 4.50 – Sage 100 (formerly Sage MAS 90 or 200) version 4.50

Meeting Of The Minds 2019 Wrapup

March 7, 2019 by Darcy Boerio Leave a Comment

Who Are The 90 Minds?

The 90 Minds Group is a non-profit trade association of over 200 North American Sage 100 consultants and independent software vendors ( ISVs ).

The group, formed in 2005, strives to provide mutual support to their Sage 100 consultant members.

Annually the group has a two-day meeting where they trade best-practices and share knowledge used for supporting their Sage 100 customers.

Meeting Of The Minds 2019

8th Annual Meeting of the Minds – San Diego, February 2019

The 2019 Meeting of the Minds was held February 28, 2019 to March 2, 2019 in San Diego, California.

Approximately 150 consultants and ISVs attended the 2.5 day conference. The majority of the conference content was focused on providing an update about the next release of Sage 100cloud.

Additional updates were provided by various ISVs who delivered updates about their integrations and any new features.

A Full Two-Day Sage 100 Conference Agenda

What’s Coming In Sage 100cloud 2019?

The main topic of conversation for this conference was the upcoming release of Sage 100cloud version 2019.

First up was Sage North American. Timothy Harfield, VP of Marketing and Linda Cade, Product Manager for Sage 100 delivered a look ahead to the expected features in the next few releases of Sage 100cloud.

Sage North America Executives Provided An Update on Sage 100

Sage 100cloud version 2019 is expected April 2, 2019. The major new feature for this release will be the upgrading of Work Order and MRP modules to the latest programming framework.

These are the last two modules which Sage had been working to bring up to their latest programming standards. This new programming standard allows for certain types of user defined fields, scripting and data import to be more easily implemented.

Having these the last two modules at framework also means that all users of Sage 100cloud now have the ability to move to Sage 100cloud Premium aka SQL.

Sage 100 Production Management – Coming in 2019

This new module, available for both Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud, will replace the Work Order and MRP module which will stop being sold as of March 2019 with support ceasing in 2022.

Some of the expected features include:

On framework ( SQL / Sage 100cloud Premium compatible )
Extended field lengths for work order numbers & steps
Work order templates and revisions
One-click purchase order for outside processing
Import materials from bill of material or flat file
Simplified transaction workflow

Three New Manufacturing Extensions for Sage 100 & Sage 100cloud

In addition to Sage 100cloud Production Management, there are expected to be three additional manufacturing extensions.

Make to Order – formerly Sage 100cloud Manufacturing
Enhanced Scheduling
Product Configurator

Less Costly Manufacturing Licenses

New to Sage 100cloud 2019 is the availability of two types of licensing for Production Management

Standard Users – Access to all tasks
Shop floor users – Transactional tasks only

Rather than purchase expensive full Sage 100cloud licenses you will now have the ability to purchase limited licenses which are less costly and provide access to only the manufacturing functionality required.

Additional New Sage 100cloud Features

The following enhancements were also discussed. Some of these features may appear in a product update issued after the April release of Sage 100cloud 2019.

Paperless Office

Electronic delivery messages – additional merge fields
HTML email
File attachments
cc and bcc email addresses
Email copies to salesperson

Grad Caps

In the lower left corner of several modules, you will now find an image similar to a graduation cap. Clicking that image will take you to additional training resources relevant to the particular task.

Payroll Enhancements

Default bank code
Payroll advance checks
Reprint employer’s expense report
Tax payment checks
Tax rate inquiry
Expand department number
Include employer contribution on check / DD stub
Check reversal outside current quarter (security option)

General Enhancements

Improved System Activity Log
Data File Display and Maintenance for Sage 100 Premium ( SQL )
Paya click to pay functionality ( 2019.x )
Payroll reports enhanced for portrait layout ( Data Entry Report, Employers Expense Report and Check Register)

Sage 100cloud ISV Updates

During this meeting several ISVs provided updates on their product lines. Listed below are three enhancements and a list of what’s new and available for these solutions.

Warehouse Management for Sage 100cloud: Scanforce

In their session, ScanForce reviewed case studies of several large manufacturing and distribution companies using their mobile data capture technology to streamline warehouse operations. They also cited examples of some pretty big names using their technology, MTV and Whirlpool, to name a few.

In addition, they announced enhanced capabilities for pallets:

Pick to Pallet – Group items together at SO Picking/Staging and printing of Pallet tag from within mobile program. User is able to scan/select the Pallet ID at SF Pallet Shipping rather than each item/qty/lot/serial.
Pallet Tracking/License Plating (avail. Q2) – Detailed grouping of items and item info tied back to an ID Tag/Pallet Tag. Allows easy data capture/entry by scan/entry of an ID or Pallet Tag (sometimes referred to as a License Plate).

The attendees got a kick out of their Million Record Challenge, which compared the speed to retrieve one million item records from Sage 100 using various technologies.

Cloud Hosting for Sage 100cloud: Summit Hosting

Putting the ‘cloud’ in Sage 100cloud by putting Sage 100cloud in the cloud.”

Summit Hosting offers private cloud hosting for Sage 100 / Sage 100cloud. Each hosting customer has a dedicated server – no shared environments.

They offer 2-Factor Authentication (aka Secure Sign-On), an added layer of security that is no longer a “nice to have”, but a “must” for any cloud environment.

In addition to the free admin login every partner receives when their customers host with Summit, Summit Hosting also announced some partner program benefits exclusively for 90 Minds members.

Integrated Credit Card and ACH for Sage 100cloud: APS

APS Payments displayed their new ClickToPay for Sage 100cloud, a secure way for Sage 100cloud users to use eInvoicing and have invoices paid by their customers with one easy click.

They also highlighted the workflow efficiencies that can be achieved by using DSD Business Systems’ InstaDocs, an embedded document management solution, in conjunction with ClickToPay. Using these solutions together lets Sage 100 users automatically eInvoice their customer a copy of the invoice, plus all related documents stored in InstaDocs. The customer receives the email with all the attachments and a link to quickly and easily make a payment, which then flows into Sage 100.

APS Payments also announced support for DSD’s multi-currency and master invoice, further illustrating their connection to so many of the tools Sage 100 users need.

Sage Summit Atlanta – May 13-15, 2019

The next event on Sage’s calendar is their Sage Summit conference in Atlanta May 13-15, 2019.

Summit Atlanta will be a good opportunity for an update on the new Sage 100 release which will have been released by that time.

Sage 100 Migration Promotions – 2019

January 31, 2019 by Wayne Schulz

Sage is offering the following promotions which expire on 3/31/2019. These offers are designed to allow you to migrate from your existing Sage 100 perpetual license to the subscription-based Sage 100cloud license.

( Download Our Sage 100 vs Sage 100cloud PDF )

Important things to remember about the migration from Sage 100 to Sage 100Cloud

No data conversion
You can upgrade to SQL (Premium) for no added fee (beyond your annual subscription)
A 30-day notice to add or remove user licenses
Works with all popular 3rd party ISV integrations – ScanForce, APS Credit Cards, etc
Migrate without being required to upgrade immediately
Obtain benefit of future exclusive Sage 100Cloud enhancements
Take advantage of promotions that keep your year one subscription the same as your perpetual license fee
EULA limits annual pricing increases

What’s The Difference Between Sage 100 and Sage 100Cloud?

Sage 100cloud is a subscription-based version of Sage 100. All of your existing Sage 100 data migrate seamlessly to Sage 100cloud with no-rekeying and no change in the menus that you and your staff are accustomed to. Your third-party integrations, enhancements and Custom Office (User-Defined Fields) as well as Crystal Reports all transfer seamlessly.

As shown in the image above, Sage 100cloud includes the following:

Multi-Bin Basic – An essential tool for tracking inventory that you may wish to have located within multiple bins in your warehouse.
Sage Contacts – Microsoft Office 365 contacts can retrieve data from your Sage accounting system
Mobile Sales
Sage Inventory Advisor Basics
More

As part of your Sage 100Cloud Business Care, You Have Access To These Features:

Sage 100 Migration to Sage 100Cloud Promotions ( Ex 3/31/2019 )

ON PLAN CUSTOMERS
Upgrade to Sage 100cloud Subscription plan for no more than our current Sage Business Care plan prices (Ends 03/31/2019).

OFF PLAN CUSTOMERS
Subscribe to Sage 100cloud or Sage 300cloud at our current Sage Business Care plan prices, PLUS receive reactivation fee discounts! (Ends 03/31/2019).

Take advantage of our Sage 100 and Sage 300 promotional offer for off-plan customers* to subscribe to Sage 100cloud or Sage 300cloud at our current Sage Business Care plan prices. Includes $0 migration.

PLUS receive a percentage reactivation fee waiver based on the date of order placement.

~~50% waiver of all reactivation fees on orders placed in January 2019~~
25% waiver of all reactivation fees on orders placed in February 2019
No waiver of reactivation fees on orders placed in March 2019

* Offer valid for customers who have been off plan between 2 months and 2 years. Contact your renewal account manager for more details.

Questions? Use our contact form for more Sage 100Cloud Information or read our article on the differences between Sage 100 and Sage100cloud

Sage 100 eFiling Deadlines for 2018

January 21, 2019 by Wayne Schulz

Aatrix, the eFiling partner for Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud accounting software has released the deadlines by which files must be submitted if you are eFiling your tax forms for 2018. As you may know, all filing of tax forms within Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud supported versions are processed through the eFiling feature.

For the tax year 2018 you’ll need to be on Sage 100 or Sage 100cloud version 2016.5 or higher. Be sure to apply the latest Sage 100 product updates and the IRD so as to ensure compatibility with the eFiling process.

Printing of forms through the eFiling menu option is free. In many cases, these forms can be filed directly from the printer (check with your financial advisor on which forms can be “plain paper” filed). If you prefer you may have Aatrix electronically file your forms as well as mail copies to recipients. An additional fee applies for eFiling and mailing.

E-Filing Deadlines for 1099 and W-2 Forms

Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud both utilize Aatrix for 1099 and W2 form filing at year-end. These forms can be printed and mailed into the required tax authorities or, for a small fee, you can have Aatrix file the information electronically and distribute copies of the forms to recipients as required.

The deadline for submitting eFiling information for the 2018 tax season is as follows. Please consult with your tax or financial advisor to see whether any changes have been made to these deadlines.

If you are using Sage 100cloud please be sure to also install the latest IRD (Interim Release Download) which contains important year-end updates designed to accommodate your 2018 electronic filing with the IRS.

Sage 100 Interim release download (IRD) for 2018

Available for:

2018.2 or later**
2017.1 or later
2016.5 or later**

*The 2018 IRD will be the last year-end IRD for Sage 100 2016

**The 2018 IRD only needs to be installed by Sage 100 2018 users if they are processing 1099s.

Sage 100cloud Support

At Schulz Consulting we’ve provided support for Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud since the days that it was known as MAS 90 or MAS 200. We can assist with the initial setup of your system as well as provide support for existing Sage 100cloud users.

If you are wondering what the difference is between Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud we can help with that too!

Call our toll free support line for more information – 833-724-3100

Visit the Aatrix website for more information on their filing deadlines for 2018 state W2 and 1099 forms – Aatrix Website – eFiling Deadlines for 2018

State filing deadlines are:

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How To Resolve: Sage 100cloud Subscription Expiration Notice In Error

January 18, 2019 by Wayne Schulz

Have you received a notice that your Sage 100cloud subscription has expired yet you are certain that you still have time remaining before renewal is due?

Sage has issued the following notification regarding some sites where an expired subscription message might have been received as well as an email address to email for updated keys.

How To Resolve Sage 100cloud Expired Registration Keys Message

Some Sage 100 customers have been receiving messages that their Sage 100 cloud subscription or Sage 100 Payroll subscription has been expired in error.

We are working to resolve this issue and apologize for the inconvenience it may cause. We have set up an email address where our partners and customers can contact us if they are receiving this message so that you do not need to call us during this busy season.

If you send an email to us at Sage100ProductKeys@sage.com and provide us with your name, Customer ID, version of Sage 100 you are using, and the best number to contact you, we will work to correct your subscription and notify you when it has been corrected.