How to generate an RTD in your software to enter the details on the Revenue Online Service (ROS) form on the ROS website.

Before you start

Ensure all checks are complete using our Prepare the Return of Trading Details article.

Generate the RTD values

1. Go to VAT then select RTD.
   
   
   The Return of Trading Details window shows the following information: 

 NOTE: If the RTD window BC5, BC6, BH5 and BH6 as 9% with 13.5% on a separate row, upgrade to the latest version.

1. In For the period, enter the dates to calculate RTD values from and to. 
2. Click Calculate.
3. To see a breakdown of transaction values, calculate your RTD return and click the value in the relevant box.
4. Click Print if required, then under Report Type choose from the following options:
   
   • Return - If you want to print the RTD values, select this option
   • Summary - To print a detailed summary of the RTD values broken into tax codes and transaction types 
5. Select Output as Printer then click Run, select the correct printer, then click OK.
6. Click Save then to flag the transactions as included in an RTD.
7. Click Yes then click Close.

You can now use the RTD report to add the relevant values onto the official Revenue RTD form.

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