Create the electronic ACA file to submit to the ACA.
2017.11 Release: Includes the updated format for the electronic ACA file.
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I am filing less than 250 returns. You do not need to file electronically but you can file electronically.
I am filing 250 returns or more. You DO need to file electronically.
You'll need a Transmitter Control Code (TCC). The Transmitter Control Code (TCC) is the code that the employer received after registering with e-services for authorization to electronically file the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Information Returns. For help filing for a TCC, follow this link to download the ACA Application for Transmittal Control Code PDF.
You'll need a Federal ID number.
You'll to set up the ACA Electronic Filing information in the Government Reporting Organization table.
1. Open Connect Payroll > Government Reporting > Create Electronic ACA File.
2. Use the Tax Year menu to select a tax year.
The routine will use the data from the selected year to create the electronic ACA file.
3. Use the Form menu to select the form type.
For assistance selecting a form type, follow the instructions on the irs.gov website for employers.
4. Click to select the field titled File Path, and then enter the path and directory for saving the electronic file.
The File Name field displays the file path and file name for the electronic file.
5. Click to select the field titled Transmitter Control Code, and enter the employer's Transmitter Control Code (TCC).
The Transmitter Control Code (TCC) is the code that the employer received after registering with e-services for authorization to electronically file the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Information Returns. For help filing for a TCC, follow this link to download the ACA Application for Transmittal Control Code PDF.
6. Use the Transmission Type to select Original.
7. Use the Print menu to select Report Only.
8. Click GO (CTRL+G).
Caselle displays the report for the electronic ACA file on the screen in preview mode. You can print out the report or review it in preview mode.
The next step is to review the entries for each employee included in the electronic ACA file. You want to check each entry. If you find any errors, you need to enter the correct information before you create the final electronic ACA file.
1. Open Connect Payroll > Government Reporting > Create Electronic ACA File.
2. Use the Tax Year menu to select a tax year.
The routine will use the data from the selected year to create the electronic ACA file.
3. Use the Form menu to select the form type.
For assistance selecting a form type, follow the instructions on the irs.gov website for employers.
4. Click to select the field titled File Path, and then enter the path and directory for saving the electronic file.
The File Name field displays the file path and file name for the electronic file.
5. Click to select the field titled Transmitter Control Code, and enter the employer's Transmitter Control Code (TCC).
The Transmitter Control Code (TCC) is the code that the employer received after registering with e-services for authorization to electronically file the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Information Returns. For help filing for a TCC, follow this link to download the ACA Application for Transmittal Control Code PDF.
6. Use the Transmission Type to select Original.
7. Use the Print menu to select Report or No Report.
Using Report will create the electronic ACA file and print a report that you can file. Using No Report will create the electronic ACA file without printing a report.
8. Click GO (CTRL+G).
Caselle displays the report for the electronic ACA file on the screen in preview mode.