Manual Transaction creation

Introduction

This guide explains how to create and manage transactions using the new Unified Transaction Form on the platform. Previously, users had the option to toggle between Simple and Advanced forms. With the latest update, all capabilities are now consolidated into a single, comprehensive form, making it easier and faster to work with transactions, regardless of their complexity.

The unified form supports both quick entries and detailed transaction setups, streamlining the user experience without sacrificing control or precision.

Key Terminologies

Term (A–Z)	Definition
Deal Date	The date the transaction was agreed or initiated.
EMIR Reportable (Checkbox)	Marks trades reportable under EMIR regulation.
Error Description	Field for recording any errors related to the transaction.
External Reference	External ID associated with the transaction.
External Search	Lookup instruments using external market data by ticker ID.
Gross Amount	Total before deductions: `Gross = Value + Accrued + Commission`.
IBAN	Bank account identifier for payment.
Internal Search	Search within platform’s shared instrument database.
Market Type	Choose between DMA, OTC, or EOMS.
Matched (Checkbox)	Marks the transaction as confirmed with the counterparty.
MIFIR Reportable (Checkbox)	Flags transactions for MIFIR reporting.
Multileg (Checkbox)	Indicates the transaction is part of a multi-leg order.
Net Amount	Final total after deductions: `Net = Gross − Commission`.
Net Amount Payment Currency	Net amount in selected payment currency.
Order	Link the transaction to an existing order.
Parent – Transaction Number	Link the transaction to a parent transaction (if any).
Payment Date	When payment is due or expected to settle.
Price Currency	Currency in which the asset is priced.
Reversal (Checkbox)	Marks the transaction as an adjustment.
Search By Ticker	Instrument search by symbol.
Security Exchange	Exchange where the asset is traded.
Settled (Checkbox)	Marks transaction as fully settled in cash and securities.
Strategy Info	Links the transaction to a selected strategy.
Trade Type	Classification of trade type (Buy/Sell/etc).
Transaction Number	Unique Platform identifier for the transaction.
Value	Total cost = `Quantity × Price`.
Venue	Dropdown to select the trading venue (linked to Trade Type).

How to Use the Unified Transaction Form

Let’s use a BUY transaction as an example to explain the form structure and flow.

1. Transaction Info Section

Here, you define the core details of the transaction:

Instrument(*): Choose using:
- Internal Search
- External Search
- Ticker-based Search
Bank Account(*): Select from dropdown list.
Trade Time(*): Must be current or past; future timestamps not allowed.
Value Date(*): Defaults to Trade Date + 2 working days (editable).
Quantity & Price(*): Enter the relevant values.
Price Currency(*): Automatically filled based on instrument, editable.
Accrued on Value Date: Populated based on Bank Account. You can balance it out in the Accrued field if available/needed.
Payment Currency(*): Select from dropdown.
Commission & Description: Input if applicable.

2. Cash Info & Calculations

Click ‘Calculate’ to auto-calculate:
- Value
- Gross Amount
- Net Amount
Platform updates values dynamically as you change quantity, price, accrued, or commission.
Net Amount Payment Currency reflects the final payable value in selected currency.

3. Hierarchy & Relations

Define how this transaction links with others:

Parent – Transaction Number: Use if part of a series.
Multileg:
- If Multileg = True, leave Parent Transaction Number empty.
- If Parent Transaction is filled, Multileg must be False.
Select Order and Strategy Info, if needed, from the drop-down.

4. Reporting

Tick EMIR / MIFIR Reportable as needed for regulatory compliance.
Add related reporting and classification info like:
- Market Type - DMA, OTC, EOMS
- Trade Type, Venue

5. Technical Info (Optional)

Add metadata or internal notes specific to the transaction setup.

Matched: Tick if transaction is reconciled.
Settled: Checked when transaction is settled.
Reversal: Tick if this reverses a previous transaction.
External Reference: ID from external system.
Transaction Number: Internal transaction ID.
Security Exchange: Trading venue.
IBAN: Bank account involved.
Deal Date: Trade agreement date.
Payment Date: Scheduled payment date.
Actual Value Date: Date value was delivered.

6. Final Steps

Once all required fields are filled:

Click Save to create the transaction.
Or Close to cancel without saving.

Upon saving, you’ll see a confirmation screen with options to:

Create Another Transaction
Check Transaction Details
Close (the form)