File Format Requirements
A data file contains the information about your payees or debtors which you uploaded into PT-X. PT-X then converts this data into a format suitable for Bacs and once approved it is pushed into the Bacs processing system. Please note, the rules governing data files and formats are stipulated by Bacs themselves; Bottomline have no ability to either modify or provide exemption from those requirements.
The following guidelines show the absolute minimum requirements for the information that must be included in your data file fields.
Payment or Credit file
1. Recipient sort code
2. Recipient Account Number
3. Recipient Name
4. Amount
Direct Debit or Collection File
1. Recipient sort code
2. Recipient Account Number
3. Recipient Name
4. Amount
5. Reference
AUDDIS File
1. Recipient sort code
2. Recipient Account Number
3. Recipient Name
4. Amount (this will always be a null value)
5. Reference