Users have the option to mass load Comp Input or Compensation by Home Department from a (.csv) file in NUPlans. Once uploaded, entries can be adjusted in Contributor or replaced with additional uploads. Prep File role is required for access.
Step 1: Navigate to Compensation Upload Page
From NUPlans Web:
- Click Applications > 03.Comp Input Maintenance > Upload Comp Input from a File
- Upload Comp Input from a File tab opens and page appears to the right of menu as shown below

From NUPlans Contributor:
- After taking ownership, click Upload Comp Input from a file in NUPlans Web Menu on Contributor Home page
- Compensation Upload page appears to the right of menu as shown below
Step 2: Download Compensation Upload Template
Compensation Upload Page

Step 3: Enter Compensation Data
Excel Spreadsheet (fig 1)
- Open downloaded .CSV file.
- Enter Employee ID and Position ID for employee in your area.
- Enter Method
- Use Amount: Enter value in Amount column.
- % Change: Enter percent value in % Change column - Enter as a decimal or with % sign.
The following methods only apply if opted-in to receiving merit data from myHR:
- Use FY(new) Rate with FY(old) distribution: No further entry is required.
- Use FY(new) Rate with FY(new) distribution: Enter new FY distribution % after upload
- Enter appropriate Comments for the entry – this may be left blank.
- Enter Fund, Department, Project, Account values appropriate for the employee in your area.
- Save file as .CSV
For additional assistance please contact the IT Support Center at 847-491-4357 (1-HELP) or email servicedesk@northwestern.edu.