Sims web address validation

However this will need to be managed carefully. It is important that you check each match of the address to the validation service and do not accept them all without checking. Some authorities have asked their schools not to use the bulk address validation service because it can match to the incorrect address.

It is recommended that you tidy your existing addresses before attempting to use the address validation service. Guidance on the address tidy and merge housekeeping routine can be downloaded here. Guidance on using the bulk address validation service can be downloaded here.

Hosted Schools : If you are using the bulk address validation service and have set up a scheduled task you will need to log a call with the service desk to request the task is made active. I know it is the right address. Open up the address and check that the fields are in the right place, i. You might also try typing in the postcode in as a new address and clicking on continue to see if there is a match — that will show the validated address and you may have to change your address to match it click on modify next to the address , then validate again.

The database is updated 3 times a year, so try again later. In the Internet Connectivity Section click on Test — if the test fails it may be there is a firewall blocking the address validation site. I have set up a scheduled task to bulk validate addresses but the validated addresses have not been returned. Hosted schools: Please log a call with the service desk to check that the scheduled task is running on our servers.

Address Validation — what does it do? Slight downside is that it needs web access, but it's not a mandatory requirement so can be done at convenience. Originally Posted by Jawloms. Last edited 8th June at PM. When it works it pretty cool, you add a student, enter just the post code and it picks up the rest, assuming it's already on the system. Originally Posted by Sivadam. It is best to get the Web Address validation working efficiently as it helps prevent the introduction of duplicate addresses for the same contacts.

And hence keeps your sibling links correct! If somebody's address does not validate then get them to check with Royal Mail to see it that address is registered. It may not be and they don't know!

The two databases Capita and LA , that the two services work on, are or should be updated from the Royal Mail database from time to time! The address data is provided by DfE although we host it. We have chased them for an update but they haven't provided one for 18 months.

Originally Posted by PhilNeal. There are changes coming to address formats and we will keep the sourcing of the address validation under review. The time now is PM. All rights reserved. Copyright EduGeek.