How to import a journal

Description of Issue
  • Want to import a journal entry

  • Need to import a corrective journal

  • Where can I find journals that were imported?

Context

Import Journals

Cause

Resolution

General Ledger Menu > Journal Entry / History > Import Journals

  1. Click Define

  2. If a template is needed, select Standard Excel and click Generate; populate and save

  3. Fill in import criteria. Use MUNIS Help for an explanation of each field if needed.

  4. Click Accept

  5. Click Pre-Edit

  6. Click Import

Once the journal is imported, it can be released and posted from Accounting Entries or the specific proof program for the journal type:

  • GNI (GEN), GCR : General Journal Entry/Proof

  • BGA/BGT : Budget Transfers/Amendments

  • GEL : Encumbrance Journal Entry/Proof

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