- AFAOC Field Support – Non-DTS Travel ODL (Who Wants to be a SME?)
- AFAOC Field Support – AF/SF Airlift Debt (Blog) (Analytics)
- Funds Control Level in DEAMS Explained
- What is the Open Document Listing (ODL)?
- Forensic Analyst Dashboard
- Introduction to DEAMS Reimbursements
- How to Update Your Profile via FAMS
- Guidance on Invoice Holds & How to Clear Them
- AFAFO Adjustment Voucher Policy
- AFAOC Data Analytics – What is a Status of Funds? (38 min)
- AFAOC Field Support – Advana DAR-Q (4 min)
- AFAOC Field Support – Non-Temporary Storage and Personally Owned Vehicles (7 min)
- AFAOC MCSME – Balancing Target Loads with Funding Documents (5 min)
- DEAMS Help Desk – How do I add a new BPN to the BPN field LOV in DEAMS iProcurement? (4 min)
- DEAMS Help Desk – How do I add a DoDAAC to the Contracting Office field LOV in DEAMS iProcurement? (5 min)
- DEAMS Help Desk – How do I fix an incorrect address on an existing BPN or a printed Requisition? (5 min)
- AFAOC Legacy Help Desk – Okta: New Authentication for AFM and FMSuite (3 min)
- DFAS – Accounts Maintenance & Control DEAMS Reminders (3 min)
- New Export Option in PowerBI Services: What changed? The default option for Summarized data export is now a LIVE connection through Azure that allows up to 500,000 rows. This Live connection means that it will remain a live connection each time you open that exported file. It queries the data and brings in the most current information for the filters you exported.
- Target Loads & Initial Distribution: The Continuing Resolution has been replaced with an actual budget which means Initial Distribution (ID) is on everyone’s mind. Be ready to receive your ID by reviewing the DEAMS Users Group video blog post, Target Loads & Initial Distribution, as briefed by Roger Marchese, our AFSOC MCSME.
- Lost Questions for the DEAMS Users Group: Have you ever asked a DEAMS question in milBook and not had it answered? Chances are, the question may not be in the DEAMS Users Group. Take a look at the video Moving Questions to the DEAMS Users Group which illustrates how to move questions from other places in milBook, into the DEAMS Users Group.
- DEAMS Miscellaneous Payments Training: DEAMS Miscellaneous Payments Basic Users Training is scheduled for 15-16 March, 1000-1600 ET, and the Experienced Users Course is scheduled for 20-23 March, 1100-1300 each day, with a different topic each day. Visit the DEAMS Outreach Portal for more details!
- AFAOC Analytics PowerBI Suite Deep Dive Mr. Josh Johnson, AFAOC Data Analytics, presents a comprehensive AFAOC Analytics PowerBI Suite Deep Dive.
- Manual (Non-DTS) Travel Purchase Orders & Connecting Travel ODL to Non-DTS Travel POs AFAOC Field Support is pleased to present two videos as part of the October/November 2022 AFAOC Monthly Users Forum! First, Ms. Amanda Robbins presents Manual (Non-DTS) Travel Purchase Orders, followed by Mr. Dan Thurston presenting Connecting Travel ODL to Non-DTS Travel POs.
- DEAMS Adjustment Vouchers In this MCSME video, Lynea Stoudemire discusses DEAMS Adjustment Vouchers, the SF 1081 and the OF 1017-G (Journal Voucher).
- DEAMS Invoice Responsibilities Overview Ms. Amanda DeRussy, DEAMS Help Desk, presents DEAMS Help Desk – DEAMS Invoice Responsibilities Overview.
- What’s in a Screenshot? Discusses Best Practices for Information to Send for Your Help Desk Ticket.
- The Mystery of the Missing Quantity Box in DEAMS iProcurement What to do When the Quantity Box is Not Showing in DEAMS iProcurement During a Blue Dot Change Decrease/Cancellation.
- LeaveWeb Update Mr. Dylan Clark, AFAOC Legacy Help Desk, presents LeaveWeb Updates.
- DEAMS PTEOs and Legacy Address Builds Ms. Jessica Moirs, DFAS, presents DEAMS PTEOs and Legacy Address Builds.
- Using Microsoft Edge for DEAMS (Settings for Launching Java)
- Don’t worry if Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 11 (IE11) goes away. You can still access DEAMS by using Microsoft Edge.
- Mr. Steve Shuler, AFAOC Field Support, presents Miscellaneous Payment Program Invoices on Hold as part of the March 2022 AFAOC Monthly Users Forum.
- AFAOC DEAMS Help Desk – Common Errors when Adjusting GPC Purchase Orders
- Ms. Amanda DeRussy, AFAOC DEAMS Help Desk, presents Common Errors when Adjusting GPC Purchase Orders as part of the March 2022 AFAOC Monthly Users Forum
- DFAS – GPC Transactions
- Ethan Doody, DFAS Limestone, presents GPC Transactions as part of the March 2022 AFAOC Monthly Users Forum.
- Guide for Travel ODL Research
- The Desktop Guide for DEAMS Travel ODL Research is available to assist users clear open aged travel orders in DEAMS. This Guide contains real examples with step-by-step instructions and screen shots to walk you thru the research process.
- AFAOC MCSME – Target Loads & Initial Distribution
- Roger Marchese, the MCSME for AFSOC, covers key elements when preparing for and loading Initial Distribution. He covers target load components users need to be familiar with, common mistake areas when loading Initial Distribution and reports to pull to locate CRA/Emergency target loads
- How to search in the DEAMS Users Group
- There are different areas of responsibility in DEAMS and a great source for getting answers to your question may be as easy as searching the DEAMS Users Group. Our team of DEAMS SMEs strives to provide remarkable customer service as quick as we can, but sometimes you need an answer now.
- Balancing R60 and STH
- What reasons might there be for the R60 to be out of balance with the STH and how can we use these reports to provide more accurate budgetary projections? Are there better civilian pay reports that can be used for budget analysis and projections? Let find out…..
Author: Matt Miller
AFIPPS Resources and Updates
UPDATED as of 8/6/2021
You are receiving this email notifying you to claim your Air Force Integrated Personnel and Pay (AFIPPS) account. This will only take a few minutes of your time.
Use the following link: https://milpds-prod.csd.disa.mil/
o Using your CAC, select your “Authentication” certificate and Agree to the DoD consent
o Enter your EDIPI number (10 digit number on the back of your CAC) plus the letter corresponding to your component (“V” for Reserve)
o Select ‘US Air Force Employee Self-Service’ role
o View your read-only record in each of the 5 tabs
o Verify your own information for accuracy
o If any information is incorrect, please visit your MPF or local Finance office for updates (you may print the page from the system to share with your local HR/FM professional)
It is imperative you review your personal information for accuracy prior to AFIPPS Go-Live targeted for Summer 2022. This data directly impacts your pay…not just entitlements and allowances (BAH, OHA, bonuses, etc), but leave as well. You will need to have claimed an AFIPPS account prior to taking leave once the system goes live regardless of military category (TR, ART, AGR, etc).
Here are some additional resources available to you:
– AFIPPS Account Claim User Guide: Detailed guide with system screenshots and step by step directions to assist the user in claiming their account
– AFIPPS Correcting Inaccurate Information Reference sheet for correcting personal information
– Video Demo https://usaf.dps.mil/sites/AFIPPSProgramHub/ProgramDocs/MilPDS%20Self%20Service%20Demo.mp4
The Air Force is quickly approaching the initial phases of the Air Force Integrated Personnel and Pay System (AFIPPS) rollout. AFIPPS will enable accurate and prompt pay to our Airmen, which is an integral part of taking care of our Total Force. System development and strategies for testing and training are in full swing and soon AFPC will send more details on training and AFIPPS account creation. Before this can happen, the AFIPPS Organizational Change Management (OCM) team intends to equip all Force Support Squadron and Comptroller Squadron locations with essential AFIPPS materials.
The OCM team is sending out AFIPPS educational material packages to every FSS to share with their CPTS counterparts. Each package contains a letter from Colonel E. Jonelle Eychner, Chief, AFIPPS Functional Management Office, and Mr. Eric Cuebas, Director, Air Force Accounting and Finance, to explain the intent of the materials and how to display them. Materials include: AFIPPS business cards, AFIPPS posters, and brochures that provide detail on “Why AFIPPS?” and how it will affect the future of personnel and pay. It is important to communicate with the field that not only will AFIPPS improve the 50,000 pay problems reported annually, but it will address the manual work-arounds and pay timeliness issues.
So far, the OCM team has sent out 113 of 266 packages to various Air Force Reserve Command, Air National Guard, and Regular Air Force locations and plan to be complete within the next few months. Their team is working diligently to get the materials printed, assembled, and taken to the local BITC office. If your location has not already received a box of materials, it should be arriving soon. Let them know if you need more of the materials.
For real time access to educational materials, messaging, and updates, visit the AFIPPS Portal page. Informational videos and webcasts are also available on the AFIPPS YouTube playlist. Please keep an eye out on your component’s respective Facebook page for additional AFIPPS related information and visit the AFIPPS page on the AFPC website. The OCM team is available for questions, comments, or concerns at their org box, afpoa.afipps.ocm@us.af.mil.
Resources
DAFI 65-301 Internal Audit Services
This publication implements Air Force Policy Directive 65-3, Audit Services. It provides guidance on the use of internal audits and other related services to improve programs; make financial reporting more accurate; and ensure public resources are used legally, efficiently, and effectively throughout the Department of the Air Force (DAF). This publication also provides guidance on follow-up policies and responsibilities for monitoring and closing findings and recommendations in internal reports.
SOURCE: AIR FORCE E-PUBLISHING
VERSION: 1 March 2023
AFI 65-202 Administration of Base FM Quality Assurance Program
The instruction implements the Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 65-2, Managers’ Internal Control Program. This instruction provides general guidance for the Quality Assurance Manager (QA Manager) to administer the Quality Assurance Program (QAP) in base level financial management (FM) operations. It applies to all civilian and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve (AFR) and Air National Guard (ANG).
SOURCE: AIR FORCE E-PUBLISHING
VERSION: 19 March 2022
AFMAN 36-2136, Reserve Personnel Participation
Solving the DEAMS PTP Puzzle
Dive into this comprehensive guide where the Command SME team assembles the pieces of the Accounts Payable puzzle. The AFAOC CSME – Solving the PTP Puzzle video will provide you with:
- A clear understanding of the Accounts Payable or Procure to Pay (PTP) process in DEAMS.
- Insight into the five key components of the process: Purchase Requisition, Purchase Order, Receipt, Invoice, and Payment.
- A walkthrough of different payment methods used in DEAMS.
- An exploration of various scenarios you may encounter in your work center.
Whether you’re new to DEAMS or looking to enhance your knowledge, this video is a must-watch. Equip yourself with the tools to navigate the PTP process smoothly and efficiently.
How to Remove Yourself from a Distro List
- Log into Microsoft 365
- Click on Outlook
- Click on Settings
- Click on General
- Click on Distribution Lists
- Then select Manage Distribution Lists
- Remove yourself from a list
Choosing What to Do – GTD
CSR CRIS R60 User Guide & DCPS LoA Management
Best FM Resources from ANG
I personally think the Air National Guard (ANG) is best in class when it comes to training, and that’s including RegAF. They simply do training right. Here is a list of great links I’ve run across on their various sites.
- FM Courses
- Data Analytics Toolkit
- Guides and Tips (Advana, GitHub, Power BI, SQL)
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
The Ultimate Links List
General Air Force
- Advana Game Changer Reg Ref
- AFID-Identity Services
- Air Force Portal
- AFFORGEN
- AFPAAS
- AFPC
- Armed Forces Crossroads
- ARPC
- ASIMS IMR-Health Records
- BASE
- Benefits
- BRS-Blended Retirement System
- CWT SATO
- DAF365 Hub (Microsoft)
- DEERS/MilConnect
- Defense Acquisition University (DAU)
- Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)
- DoD Forms Mgmt Program
- DoD Issuances
- DoD White Pages
- DPMAP (MyBiz)
- DVP
- Education & Training Course Announcements (ETCA)
- Enterprise Service Desk (ESD)
- ePub
- Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF)
- Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG)
- Global Directory Service (look up EDIPI)
- Government Retirement & Benefits (GRB)
- ID Card Office Online (GAL Update)
- Identity Management Portal
- Joint Electronic Library – DoD Library
- Joint Knowledge Online (JKO)
- Legal Assistance Site (JAG)
- Logistics Tool Suite (LTS)
- My Air Force Benefits
- myFMCareer
- MyFSS
- MyTraining
- MyVector
- My Learning (formerly ADLS)
- MilSuite
- myPers
- Officer AFSCs
- SAFE File Share
- Talent Mgmt Integration Suite (TMIS)
- Telework Guidance (OPM)
- vMPF
Systems
- ABSS
- Air Force Data Dictionary-Data Quality Services (AFDD-DQS)
- AFM-Automated Funds Management System
- AMPS
- BQ-GAFS
- Business Enterprise Information Services (BEIS)
- CAGE Codes (SAM.gov)
- CEDMS
- CRIS Training
- Citi GTC
- Currency Conversion OANDA
- CVR Teams
- DCBS-Distribution Component Billing System
- DEAMS milBook User Group
- DODAAC
- DTIM
- DTOD – Defense Table of Official Distances
- eFinance
- EZQuery Contracting Tool
- FAMS
- FM Online
- FMSuite-IMSC
- Electronic Form e2875
- G-Invoicing
- ILS-S
- WAWF (iRAPT, EDA, myInvoice) Wide Area Workflow
- GPC EMMA
- LeaveWeb
- LMS – iCompass
- LMS-FM Certification
- Limestone DFAS DBT Certifications (email cert)
- Microsoft One Drive Training
- Microsoft Lists Training
- Microsoft SharePoint Training SharePoint 2013 Training
- Microsoft Teams Training
- MIAP (BQ, DCPS & IAPS)
- QART
- Single Mobility System (SMS)
- Skeleton Records
- TAC Codes
- TAC Request Form
- Thrift Savings Plan
- US Bank AXOL
MAJCOM FMs
Power BI
- Power BI Gov Home Page
- Power BI Teams Site
- 301FW-NAS JRB Fort Worth
- AFAOC Analytics
- AFAOC Trend Analysis
- AFAOC General Ledger STH Proof of Concept
- AFGSC FM/FMA
- AFRC Report Server
- AFRC Insights
- AFRC Dashboard
- AFRC UOO Beta Test
- ANG CivPay Tool
- ANG Power BI Visuals Downloads
- FACTS BI Preview (SAF/FMB)
- QA Analytics Dashboard
- 2 CPTS-Barksdale
- 610 AOG-Military Pay Tracker
- 100 ARW-Mildenhall
- 144 FW-Fresno ANG
- 340 FTG-Randolph
- 377 CPTS-Kirtland
- 452 AMW-March
- 502 CPTS-JBSA
AFRC
- AFRC Power BI SoF
- ResPlan (SharePoint)
- 10th Air Force – SharePoint
- 10AF FM SharePoint
- AFRC POM SharePoint
- AFRC App Store
- HQ RIO
- **RIO Buzz
- 340 FTG – FM SharePoint
- 452 AMW-March FM Portal
- 914 ARW FM SharePoint
- 916 ARW SharePoint
- 926 FM SharePoint
- 927 ARW SharePoint
- 944 FW SharePoint
- AFRC Book of Codes
- AFRC ESP Codes
- AFRC IG
- AFRC FM Systems Info
- AFRC RPO Checklist
- AFRC Travel Policy
- AFRC War Planner
- AFRC-A1K SharePoint
- AFRC_A1C
- BAH Recertification
- Flat Rate Per Diem
- KPL Reservists
- MET Manpower Site
- Military Buy Back Info
- Military Buy Back MyPers
- PIMS
- PBAS Training Guide
- RPA Training
- RPO Guide
- Volunteer Reserve System (VRS)
301 FW
Daily Systems
- Advana
- AFRC-Reserve Orders Calculator
- AFRC RPA Power BI SoF
- ARCNet
- AROWS-R
- ATAAPS-Automated Time & Attendance
- BRS-Budget Reporting System
- CSP-Comptroller Services Portal
- CRIS
- DARQ (training)
- DEAMS
- DEAMS Outreach Portal
- DEAMS Self-Service Portal
- DQS-Data Quality Service
- DTS-Defense Travel System
- EDM/EFR
- FICS-Financial Information Collaboration Space
- FMSuite
- LeaveWeb
- MICT-Management Internal Controls Toolset
- myPay DFAS
- OWA WebMail
- Microsoft 365
- PBAS
- Power BI
- TMT (AFRC)
- UTAPS (Reports)
- WAWF (PIEE) (Training)
- Budget Checklist
Regulations
- All 65 Series AFIs
- All 64 Series AFIs (Contracting)
- All 36 Series AFIs (Personnel)
- Finance CFETP (CFETP6F0X1)
- AFI 65-503-Cost Factors Estimating
- CJCS Directives Electronic Library
- Defense Transportation Regulations (DTR)
- DoD FMR
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
- GAO-Green Book
- GAO-Yellow Book
- GAO-Red Book
- GSA Baggage Allowance Table
- GSA City Pairs Program
- GSA Per Diem Rates
- JAG Operational Law Book
- Joint Electronic Library (JEL)
- Joint Travel Regulation (JTR)
- Library of Congress
- OMB Circular A-11
- Per Diem Rates Query
- US Code (Cornell)
- US Code (Official)
DFAS
- DBT Certification SharePoint
- DCMA
- APAN (All Partner’s Access Network)
- Ask DFAS
- DFAS.mil
- DFAS-DoD Publication Library
- DFAS Deployed Pay Entitlements
- DFAS InteLink
- DFAS IntelShare
- DFAS Training
- DFAS Portal
- DFAS ePortal (broken)
- DFAS-Accounts Payable
- DFAS-Vendor Pay Reports (INSP)
- DFAS Limestone DBT Certifications
- D&O Balancing Reports-DFAS Portal
- DFAS Remedy
- DFAS Self Service Reporting (SSR)
- DFAS SharePoint
- DFAS Smart Voucher
- DFAS Systems
- DFAS eFileRoom (EFR)
- DFAS EoY Guidance (FY22)
- Misc Payment Guide
- DFAS Payroll Services
- MOCAS
- Vendor Pay Phone Numbers
Official FM Sites
- AFAFO – Base Level Accounting Procedures & Guidance
- Combat Comptroller
- DTMO-Defense Travel Dispatch
- SAF FM Home Page
- SAF FM MAJCOM Tools
- SAF FMF SharePoint
- SAF/FMFC EOY Dashboard
- SAF-FMBOI
- SAF-FMBL (Legislation)
- Federal Contracting Services
- FICS-FM Solutions
- FM Experience
- FM Hub
- FM Hub Newsletters Archives
- FM Professional Development Hub
- FM Publications
- FM Resource Training Center (RTC)
- FM Silver Flag Training
- FM myLearn
- OSD Comptroller
- Pay.gov
- Position Descriptions (PD / SCPD)
- Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Knowledge Ops
- 1st Spec Ops DTS SharePoint
- 2 CPTS-Barksdale
- 2019 Accounting Conference
- 22 AF AFRC FM SharePoint
- ACC SharePoint
- AF Approved Software List
- AFAOC Forensic Analyst Dashboard
- AF EIS SharePoint Training
- AF Reporting Instructions Tools (AFRIT)
- AF eLearning
- AFCENT Policy Page
- American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC)
- ASMC-Connection Newsletter
- ASMC-National Newsletter
- ASMC-Fiscal Law Modules
- ANG SharePoint (Incredible Resources*)
- Air Force Risk Assessment Cell
- Army FM Online
- Budget & Program Newsletter
- OPM Civilian Pay Tables
- DCAA – Defense Contract Audit Agency
- Digital University
- DODAAC & BPN Search
- DTMO (new link)
- DTMO Acronyms List
- DTMO Reference Library
- DTMO Per Diem Rates
- DTS Training
- Defense Acquisition Policy Center
- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- DoD Cost Guidance Portal (CAPE)
- Enhanced Defense FM Training (EDFMT)
- Federal Sales Code (FSC)
- Furlough Guidance
- GPC Training Site
- MICT Training
- MilPay.gov
- MyFSS Training Library
- Quality Assurance (QA) Help Desk
- Teksouth FM Tools
- Virtual Finance-Financial Services Knowledge Base
- FSO Lookup-Financial Services Officer Database
Social Media
- Facebook-USAF Comptroller
- Facebook-Financial Systems Training
- LinkedIn-DoD FM Connection
- LinkedIn-OUSD Comptroller
My Presentations
Reducing Travel Card Delinquencies: APCs, Supervisors, and AOs
Really simple article on the things we should be doing to reduce delinquencies. Helpful reminder to me of what reports we should be running.
Missed Meal Notes
DEAMS Critical Task List (CTL)
This is such a great starting point and compilation of links for all the tasks we should be doing. Invaluable resource.
DEAMS Critical Task List (CTL) | milBook Home (milsuite.mil)
Who to Call for Systems Issues
GAFS
- Systems related issues can be reported to the DFAS AF Help Desk by email to: dfas.dscc.jas.mbx.cco-af-helpdesk@mail.mil or telephone 614-701-4357, DSN 791-4357
- Option 1 – Air Force systems account maintenance including access requests and resets/unlocks
- Option 2 – CASH systems account maintenance including access requests and resets/unlocks
- Option 3 – Air Force Systems job status and system availability
DEAMS
• Systems related issues (i.e. system not performing, log-in resets, documents stuck, etc.) should be reported using the Self Service Portal (https://c1snow.cce.af.mil/saffm?id=sc_home_saffm), calling the DEAMS Help Desk (DSN 787-4377; Comm: 937-257-4377) or submit an email trouble ticket to: DEAMS.HELPDESK@us.af.mil
Legacy
• Accounting System processing questions, including FRC, AFM, CRIS, FMSuite, and JOCAS II must be routed through the AFAOC Legacy Help Desk, saf.fmpaffso.customerservice@us.af.mil