Change a Journal Source Code

Environment

Journals, M-Pathways

Issue

How to change a Journal Source Code

Resolution

1. To change a Journal Source Code, the user needs to submit an OARS request at this website:  https://access.its.umich.edu/
   1. On that page, click on Request
   2. On the new page that appears, under 'Add/Remove Roles,' go to Other
   3. Then Secondary Security Only
   4. Then Secondary Security Only - Financials & Physical Resources
   5. Check the box here
2. In the 'Additional Comments / Request Comments' section at the bottom of the page, enter the Journal Source Code that is desired

Additional Information

What is a journal source code?

• A Journal Source Code is a 2-3 character reference for the origin of a Journal. When a person requests GL ONLINE JOURNAL ENTRY USER in OARS, they're required to include a Journal Source code.
• If you are not sure of your unit's Journal Source, you can contact Financial Operations staff at journal.sources@umich.edu for assistance.

Need additional information or assistance? Contact the ITS Service Center.