Data Specification Update for Refresh Functionality
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0146
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
23/08/2024 - This change was successfully implemented as part of the August 2024 Extraordinary REC Release on 23 August 2024.
Summary
This change has been raised to update the Data Specification and to align it with the changes made during implementation of change proposal ‘R0067 – Introduction of CSS Refresh Functionality’.
Change Plan
Preliminary Change Report Published
Completed
Start:
21 Aug 2023Due:
16 May 2024Completion:
16 May 2024Consultation Issued
Completed
Start:
16 May 2024Due:
16 May 2024Completion:
16 May 2024Final Change Report Issued
Data Specification Update for Refresh Functionality > Change Plan
Start:
16 May 2024Due:
19 Jun 2024Completion:
Responsible Committee Decision
Data Specification Update for Refresh Functionality > Change Plan
Start:
19 Jun 2024Due:
26 Jun 2024Completion:
Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Date
23 August 2024
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Market Participant, I need to understand any changes to Market Messages I send and receive that may impact my business, so I can engage in the change process and plan any required changes to my systems and processes.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0146 Solution Development Report
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Document title
R0146 Attachment A - Proposed Data Specification Changes
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Problem Statement
Following implementation of R0067, a small number of Market Messages and Data Items need to be appropriately reflected within the Data Specification.
Stages Selection
R0146 - Change Proposal Form
R0146 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0146 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0146 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0
R0146 Final Change Report (Post-Vote) v1.0 26.06.2024
Company Name
Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Amendment to Multiplication Factor Enumerations to Support Hydrogen Trials
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0142
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
28/06/2024 - Change implemented as part of the June 2024 REC Release
Summary
The H100 hydrogen gas trial involves the supply of hydrogen gas to households in place of natural gas. The quantity of gas supplies needs to be billed in a way that is comparable to standard gas supply. To facilitate the trial, a multiplication factor enumeration value must be established within the Data Specification that can replicate hydrogen’s calorific value, therefore allowing accurate billing.
Change Plan
SERVICE PROVIDER IMPACT ASSESSMENT ISSUED
Completed
Start:
11 Aug 2023Due:
27 Nov 2023Completion:
27 Nov 2023PARTY IMPACT ASSESSMENT ISSUED
Completed
Start:
27 Nov 2023Due:
01 Dec 2023Completion:
01 Dec 2023PRELIMINARY CHANGE REPORT PUBLISHED
Completed
Start:
01 Dec 2023Due:
19 Jan 2024Completion:
19 Jan 2024CONSULTATION ISSUED
Completed
Start:
19 Jan 2024Due:
19 Jan 2024Completion:
19 Jan 2024FINAL CHANGE REPORT PUBLISHED
Completed
Start:
19 Jan 2024Due:
20 Feb 2024Completion:
16 Feb 2024RESPONSIBLE COMMITTEE DECISION
Completed
Start:
20 Feb 2024Due:
28 Feb 2024Completion:
28 Feb 2024Status
Implementation Date
28 June 2024
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Consumer taking part in the H100 trial, I want to be charged based on the amount of gas I consume, such that I am not charged more than I would have been, had I consumed the equivalent energy from natural gas.
- As a Gas Supplier, I want to ensure H100 trial Consumers, are not charged more than they would have been, had they consumed the equivalent energy from natural gas. 2- As a Gas Transporter, I want to accurately know how much hydrogen gas is being offtaken, so that I can support Suppliers. 3- As the Central Data Service Provider (CDSP), I want Market Messages relating to meter asset information to be accurate, so that I am better able to support dependant REC Parties. 4- As a Meter Equipment Manager (MEM), I want my metering assets compatible with the H100 trial to be underpinned by accurate Market Messages, so that I able to manage these meters correctly.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0142 Solution - DI40145 - A0120 - Multiplication Factor Change v2.0
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R0142 Solution-DI40145-A0120-Multiplication Factor Change v2.1
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Problem Statement
In order for the H100 gas trial to be successful, a billable value for hydrogen gas needs to be accurately calculated from supplied physical volumes. To do this, relevant Data Items (relating to the calculation of billable gas volumes) within the Data Specification need to be updated to allow a new value for the multiplication factor. This change seeks to introduce a new enumeration value for the multiplication factor needed to facilitate the addition of this new value.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
beth.brown@capgemini.com
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
DI40145 Multiplication Factor - 23.06.2023
R0142 - Change Proposal Form.pdf
R0142 - Change Proposal Form
R0142 Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved) - 05.12.2023
R0142 Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved) - 05.12.23
R0142 Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses V1.0 16.01.24
R0142 Preliminary Change Report (Published for Consultation) V1.0 19.01.24
R0142 Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0 16.02.24
R0142 Final Change Report (Post-Vote) v1.0 - 28.02.24
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Housekeeping amendments
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0140
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
03/11/23 - This change was implemented on 03 November 2023 as part of the November 2023 REC Release
Summary
The Code Manager has identified a number of typographical and formatting errors, as well as opportunities to provide clarity, improve consistency and accuracy across the REC Services and products. These changes have been assessed as meeting the criteria to be progressed via a Housekeeping Change Proposal. Schedule 27 – RMP Lifecycle Schedule 1 – Interpretations and Definitions Schedule 5 – Change Management Schedule 9 – Qualification and Maintenance
Change Plan
Publish House Keeping Change Report
Completed
Start:
11 Aug 2023Due:
08 Sep 2023Completion:
08 Sep 2023Responsible Committee decision
Completed
Start:
08 Sep 2023Due:
19 Sep 2023Completion:
19 Sep 2023Implemented
Completed
Start:
19 Sep 2023Due:
03 Nov 2023Completion:
03 Nov 2023Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Date
03 November 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0104 | Clarifying requirement for continuous billing following an Erroneous Switch |
Documents
| Name | Version | Last updated | Actions |
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| 1.0 | 08 Jun 2026 |
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| 1.0 | 08 Jun 2026 |
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Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0140 Final Draft Legal text
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Problem Statement
This is a Housekeeping Change Proposal subject to the Housekeeping Change Proposal process, rather than the standard change process. The nature of the change is that it makes non-material changes to the REC Products to correct typographical and consistency errors. It also provides an opportunity to introduce necessary clarifications.
Stages Selection
R0140 - Housekeeping Change Report v1.0 (Approved) 19.09.23
Company Name
Gemserv
Review status
Review required
Combined progression of Change Proposals R0058, R0104 and R0129
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0138
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
03/11/23 - This change was implemented on 03 November 2023 as part of the November 2023 REC Release
Summary
This change seeks to efficiently address the issues raised under the following Change Proposals. R0058 – REC Services Procurement Clarification R0104 – Clarifying Requirement for Continuous Billing Following an Erroneous Switch R0129 – Clarifying Event of Default Requirements These Change Proposals have been identified by the Code Manager as requiring non-contentious, clarificatory and non-material alterations to the REC Legal Text only.
Change Plan
Preliminary Change Report published
Completed
Start:
04 Aug 2023Due:
01 Sep 2023Completion:
01 Sep 2023Consultation close
Completed
Start:
01 Sep 2023Due:
15 Sep 2023Completion:
15 Sep 2023Final Change Report published
Completed
Start:
15 Sep 2023Due:
22 Sep 2023Completion:
22 Sep 2023Responsible Committee decision
Not Started
Start:
22 Sep 2023Due:
03 Oct 2023Completion:
Status
Implementation Date
03 November 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0104 | Clarifying requirement for continuous billing following an Erroneous Switch |
Documents
| Name | Version | Last updated | Actions |
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| 1.0 | 08 Jun 2026 |
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| 1.0 | 08 Jun 2026 |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Market Participant, I need the REC drafting to be accurate, so I can rely on it to ensure my processes and procedures correctly reflect my obligations. If there are mistakes or omissions, then it could cause issues with the effective operation and assurance of the retail energy market.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0138 - Draft Legal Text
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Problem Statement
Three Change Proposals have been placed on hold due to having a low priority status. These proposals have been identified as having fully formed solutions, which are non-contentious and can be quickly implemented. This change seeks to address these Change Proposals so that they can be addressed, and their benefits realised.
Stages Selection
DRAFT Change Proposal Form - Umbrella 2 CP.docx
R0138 - Initial Assessment Report (Approved) 15.08.2023
R0138 - Change Proposal Plan (Approved) 15.08.2023
R0138 - Consolidated Consultation Responses
R0138 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (01.09.2023) published for Consultation
R0138 - Final Change Report (Post-Vote) 03.10.2023
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Change to REC Schedule 22 Market Stabilisation Charge (MSC)
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0136
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
Yes
Latest Update
06/12/2023- This Change was implemented as part of the 6 December 2023 Extraordinary Release
Summary
This Change Proposal seeks to deliver two changes to REC Schedule 22 – Market Stabilisation Charge. The first change will update the statement timescales in Schedule 22 to ensure that this is appropriately aligned with the statement Schedule. The second change seeks to update the disputes Section (section 7) of Schedule 22 to include reference to Credit Advice Notes.
Change Plan
Impact Assessment and Change Proposal Plan Published
Completed
Start:
17 Jul 2023Due:
25 Aug 2023Completion:
25 Aug 2023Preliminary Change Report Issued
Completed
Start:
25 Aug 2023Due:
22 Sep 2023Completion:
22 Sep 2023Review of PCR by Change Panel
Completed
Start:
22 Sep 2023Due:
03 Oct 2023Completion:
03 Oct 2023Consultation Started
Completed
Start:
03 Oct 2023Due:
06 Oct 2023Completion:
06 Oct 2023Consultation Closes
Completed
Start:
06 Oct 2023Due:
26 Oct 2023Completion:
26 Oct 2023Final Change Report Issued
Completed
Start:
26 Oct 2023Due:
10 Nov 2023Completion:
10 Nov 2023Change Panel Decision
Completed
Start:
10 Nov 2023Due:
21 Nov 2023Completion:
21 Nov 2023Status
Implementation Date
06 December 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0106 | Performance Assurance Report Catalogue V5.1 |
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As RECCo, I want the Retail Energy Code to specify my obligations, governance and charging mechanisms, so that I can effectively discharge obligations imposed by the Authority through the Licence Condition modification.
- As a Domestic Supplier, I want to understand how RECCo will calculate my credits and liabilities and when they will send statements, so that I can plan to review my invoices/credit notes prior to the receipt of monies owed or payments I need to make to RECCo or at an appropriate time for my organisation.
- As a Domestic Supplier, I want to understand how I can dispute a Credit Advice which I do not believe is accurate, so that I am able to raise a dispute/challenge compliantly.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0136 - Draft Legal Text (10.11.2023)
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Problem Statement
Schedule 22 says that within 10 Working Days after the end of each MSC-4-Week Cycle, RECCo shall send each Energy Supplier a statement in respect of that MSC-4-Week Cycle. This contradicts the 15 days set out in the Process Maps shared with Parties during the development of the administration arrangements of the Market Stabilisation Charge. Additionally, suppliers are querying how they may raise a dispute when they believe they are not entitled to the monies stated on Credit Advice Notices as this process is not set out in the Schedule.
Stages Selection
R0136 - Change Proposal Form
R0136 - Changes to Sche 22 - CPP v1.0 (Approved) 05.09.2023
R0136 - Changes to Sch 22 MSC IAR (Approved) v1.0 05.09.2023
R0136 - Preliminary Change Report - (Approved) 03.10.23
R0136 - Consolidated Consultation Response 10/11/2023
R0136 - Final Change Report v2.0 (Post-Vote) 21.11.2023
Company Name
RECCo
Review status
Review required
Creation of new Enquiry Service User Category
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0131
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
17/06/2024 - this Change Proposal has been withdrawn at the request of the Proposer. The adoption window is closed.
Summary
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Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0131 - Change Proposal Form (downloadable version) 22.06.2023
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Updates to the Data Access Matrix
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0130
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
21/05/2024 - This change proposal has been withdrawn and the adoption window is closed. There is no longer the requirement for the requester to have Enquiry Services Data.
Summary
There are organisations that are named in Schedule 12 - Data Access that are not recorded in the gas and/or electricity Data Access Matrix (DAM). This means it is not possible for the Code Manager to provision them access. All organisations listed in Schedule 12 to access data in the REC should have an entry in the Data Access Matrices. This Change Proposal has been raised to review the Schedule and DAMs and take forward the necessary changes.
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0130 - Change Proposal form (downloadable version) 16.06.2023
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Clarifying Event of Default requirements
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0129
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
04/10/2023 - Following the approval of R0138, this change has been withdrawn.
Summary
Following several recent events of non-payment for services and REC defaults it is clear that the event of default provisions in the Code are unclear. This change seeks to introduce clarity to the REC Main Body.
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0129 - Change Proposal form (downloadable version) 16.06.2023
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Removal of CSS Business Rule 1177 to reflect OFAF optionality
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0128
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
06/12/2023- This Change was implemented as part of the 6 December 2023 Extraordinary Release *No Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement impacts
Summary
This change looks to remove business rule 1177, from the Central Switching Service (CSS) Message Business Data Validation Rules, which mandates that all Suppliers have a ‘One Fail All Fail’ (OFAF) reference included in their Switching Operational Data record in CSS. This was not the intended design. CSS system functionality will be updated as part of an operational change, as agreed at Switching go-live. This change is required to align the Data Specification with the operation of the system.
Change Plan
Preliminary Change Report and Consultation Issued
Completed
Start:
16 Jun 2023Due:
28 Jul 2023Completion:
27 Jul 2023Consultation Closed
Completed
Start:
28 Jul 2023Due:
18 Aug 2023Completion:
18 Aug 2023Final Change Report published
Completed
Start:
18 Aug 2023Due:
08 Sep 2023Completion:
08 Sep 2023Responsible Committee Decision
Completed
Start:
08 Sep 2023Due:
27 Sep 2023Completion:
15 Sep 2023Appeal Window Closed
Completed
Start:
27 Sep 2023Due:
02 Oct 2023Completion:
02 Oct 2023Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
06 December 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0106 | Performance Assurance Report Catalogue V5.1 |
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As the Code Manager, I want the REC to reflect the intended design and align to the CSS functionality so that I do not need to operate a workaround As the Switching Operator, I want the REC Data Specification to reflect the functionality as designed so that my obligations are clear
- As an Energy Supplier, I want the SOD, relating to my Market Participant Identifier/s (MPIDs), to accurately record my OFAF reference so that my OFAF qualification status is clearly understood
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0128 Proposed Solution v1.0 (Initial Assessment) 11.07.2023
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R0128 Proposed Solution v1.0 (Approved) 18.09.2023
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R0128 - Draft Legal Text 27.07.2023
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R0128 - Approved Legal Text 18.09.23
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Problem Statement
As a Consumer, I want the operational switching processes to run efficiently so that my switching experience is not impacted
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
R0128 - Change Proposal form (downloadable version) 16.06.2023
R0128 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Pre-Approval) 11.07.2023
R0128 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved) 18.07.2023
R0128 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved) 18.07.2023
R0128 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (For Consultation) 27.07.2023
R0128 Consolidated Consultation Responses PUBLIC v1.0 08.09.23
R0128 - Final Change Report v2.0 (Post-Vote) 18.09.23
Company Name
RTS
Review status
Review required
New EES User Category for the Department for Education
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0127
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
05/04/2024 - Following the implementation of R0118, this change has followed the new data access process and has been withdrawn.
Summary
The Department for Education (DfE) wants to be in a position to support schools in making the best use of the energy commodity use within the educational estate. To do this they need the ability to identify the energy meters in use across the educational estate, so that they support schools and colleges with analogue meters with their upgrade to Smart Meters and understand their energy data usage. Currently the DfE does not have access to the Electricity Enquiry Service data to enable it to understand what electricity meters are installed in schools.
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0127 - Change Proposal form (downloadable version) 13.06.2023
R0127 - Draft Electricity DAM (pre-IAR) v0.1 13.06.2023
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required