Description: In this topic, the user will learn how to check available authorizations. Users are able to verify authorization units for the current date or future service dates. When running an authorization check, the system will alert the employee if the shift:

  • Results in overtime

  • Overlaps with a published schedule entry

  • Exceeds the authorization balance

  • Is outside of the authorization dates

Role Required: Employee (base user)

Permission Required: N/A

Run an Authorization Check

  1. Log in to DCI

  2. Click Home on the main menu

  3. Click Entries on the submenu

  4. Click Actions

  5. Select Authorization Check from the drop-down menu

  6. Complete the form wizard for the proposed shift. Select Account Type, Client, Service Code, Day (date), Check In and Check Out times.

  7. Click Verify

  8. If the shift passes all rules listed above, the user receives a green check Mark. If the shift violates any rules, the user receives a red X.

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