UCPath Overview

UC San Diego UCPath Glossary

This quick reference defines key terms related to UCPath.

UCPath Guide for New Users

This quick reference contains foundational knowledge, as well as links to job aids for basic UCPath transactions.

UCPath Inquiry Roles | Self-Paced Training

Self-paced training for users with Inquiry roles that are allowed to view but not edit specific pages within UCPath.

Deadlines & Non-transaction Days (MO/BW)

This quick reference diagram shows the deadlines and non-transaction days for monthly and biweekly pay cycles.

UCPath Paygroups Matrix

This quick reference matrix summarizes the UCPath Paygroups.

UCPath System Navigation

This quick reference includes the navigation path for key pages in UCPath.

UCPath Guide for Fluid Navigation

This quick reference provides links to new and updated materials for the new Fluid Interface.

UCPath Page Labels for Lived Name Guide

This quick reference shows which Employee Name label (Name or Legal Name) corresponds to specific pages in UCPath. A filterable spreadsheet can be found here.

Earnings Code Configuration

Use this job aid in combination with the UCPath Earn Codes List to understand the configuration for UCPath earnings codes. The UCPath Earn Codes List is available in UCPath under Quicklinks > Payroll Configuration Codes > UCPath Earn Codes List.

Employee Lifecycle

This quick reference summarizes the employee lifecycle in UCPath.

Employee Classifications & Job End Dates

This quick reference lists the UCPath Employee Classifications and Job End Date requirements for each.

Using Effective Dates in UCPath

This quick reference summarizes the guidelines for effective dating in each UCPath module.

HR Status Vs. Payroll Status

This quick reference document explains the difference between employees' HR status and Payroll Status.

Troubleshooting Incorrect Pay

This quick reference identifies key fields to review in UCPath when troubleshooting incorrect pay.

How to Run Reports from the Reports Dashboard

Use the HR/Payroll Tab on the Reports Dashboard to view report titles and descriptions, as well as launch reports. VPN required.

Navigating Cognos

This quick reference document guides on to access your Home page in Cognos, locate and run your recently viewed and saved reports as well as the Human Resources and Payroll ad-hoc reports.

Critical UCPath Reports

This quick reference identifies critical reports to monitor.

Postdoc Summary

This quick reference document summarizes the key data related to postdoc appointments.

How to Use the UCPath Workcenter

Use the Workcenter to reduce navigation time in UCPath.

UCPath vs Campus Ecotime Matrix – What To Do Where

This Quick Reference Document illustrates which functions can be performed in which system.

Resolving SSN/Name Audit Discrepancies in UCPath

This QR explains how to resolve name/SSN matches between UCPath and the Social Security Administration. This document also contains some troubleshooting faqs.

Chartstring Validation in UCPath Guide

This quick reference outlines best practices for chartstring validation in UCPath.

HR Primary Job Derivation Logic Workflow

This job aid explains the primary job override process