Super funds need to prepare for increased contribution volumes and stronger error handling from 1 July 2026 as part of Payday Super readiness.
To help with this transition, we will run SuperStream Contributions v3.0 activities to support Payday Super. Conformance testing cohorts will run from March 2026 for Better Error Messaging, followed by Message Implementation Guide (MIG) changes from May 2026. Testing and cutover guidance is available on the ATO’s Software Developers page under Contributions v3.0External Link.
Super funds need to submit their plans to implement Better Error Messaging and MIG changes to ensure they can be allocated to a testing cohort. Early engagement will help ensure funds are matched with a cohort that fits their testing availability timeframes. This is a critical step to ensure super funds are compliant with Payday Super requirements.
We're working with industry to identify required changes to Member Account Transaction Service (MATS) reporting to support Payday Super timeframes. Further information will be provided as we finalise the design.
For more information, visit ato.gov.au/paydaysuper.
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