Frequently Asked Questions - D2A to APRA Connect Migration
Updated: 27 March 2025
1. Migration and Timeline
1.1: Has APRA factored into the timelines the effort to migrate vendor solutions from XBRL to XML and Excel (which I assume differs in format for APRA Connect)?
Given the XML currently used in D2A will work in APRA Connect, entities can start preparing for the migration now. APRA will provide adequate time for industry to test and will incorporate industry feedback on timing.
Vendors can access the test environment to aid in migration preparation. If your vendor does not have access, please email dataanalytics@apra.gov.au.
1.2: When will the XML specifications for the Large Exp be provided?
APRA Connect will use the same structure as D2A. APRA will provide further information on methods of submissions at a later date.
1.3: When will D2A be fully decommissioned?
Submission of data using D2A will cease on or before December 2027.
1.4: Why the long lead time to migrate to APRA Connect considering there is no change in regulation or data fields?
APRA are working with our vendor to convert the D2A collections into a format that can be consumed by APRA Connect. The associated development requires testing to ensure the collection function in same way as in D2A, and to test the new Excel upload. In addition, the timeline needs to incorporate sufficient time to allow for industry readiness.
1.5: What is the timeframe for migrating Statistical reporting entities, for example non-bank lenders?
APRA is still considering the timelines for RFC's to cut over to APRA Connect.
1.6: When will cross form validation be implemented within APRA Connect?
The migration of D2A collections is being sequenced in such a way that takes into consideration the dependencies between forms.
The validation rules will form part of the package that is migrated to APRA Connect; therefore, as each collection becomes available all the associated validation rules will also be included.
1.7: When will the granular Data collection timeline be updated?
Work on the granular Comprehensive Credit Collection has ceased.
1.8: We have 3 more forms in D2A for the life insurance industry. When will this be moved?
This information will be provided in the roadmap later in the year.
1.9: Majority of GI forms are in APRA Connect, the lead time for migrating the remaining forms seems to be quite long, any prospect of migrating earlier or early adopting APRA Connect as the reporting tool for remaining GI forms?
As the largest number of forms to be migrated are ADI forms, APRA has chosen to develop those first. We expect to migrate the Insurance forms in mid-2026 to early 2027.
2. Functionality and Features
2.1: Would the current functionality to retrieve submitted forms, amend at a later date, and resubmit still be available in APRA Connect?
Please refer to the APRA Connect guide on information with regards to resubmissions and viewing submitted data.
2.2: Will you be introducing the quarterly packs that are currently in D2A into APRA Connect?
Yes - as much as possible we will try to retain the same forms structures within the same returns.
2.3: Can we safely assume that the historical XML files would work in APRA Connect?
APRA is still working with the data owners with regard to resubmissions.
2.4: Will there be any forms that will be retired due to or as part of the migration plan, as iterative forms have been introduced in APRA Connect (e.g., 332 vs 331)?
As part of the migration, APRA is considering if any parts of the current collection can be ceased rather than migrated.
2.5: Will APRA Connect still have the functionality in place that exists in D2A where you can load multiple returns as part of the same pack in one upload?
APRA is investigating this function and will advise the industry of the outcome in the future.
2.6: Will APRA Connect automatically submit the uploaded data as it does with ARS112 and 110 if it successfully passes validation during the upload process?
APRA is investigating the no auto-submit option for migrated forms and will advise industry of the outcome in the future.
2.7: Will there be appropriate testing to ensure APRA Connect performance and availability is adequate prior to go-live given the significant increase in users and data?
APRA will be conducting a range of performance tests before migrating the D2A collections to APRA Connect.
2.8: Will APRA maintain the SBR taxonomy?
Updates to the SBR taxonomy will not be made once a D2A form is migrated to APRA Connect.
2.9: Will Superannuation Taxonomy Artefacts template still be in use after change?
The Superannuation collections that are currently in APRA Connect and their associated taxonomy artefacts will not be affected by the migration of D2A collections to APRA Connect. APRA will separately publish supporting files for the migrated collections.
2.10: Will APRA make the Excel forms available for ADIs for upload purposes on APRA Connect?
Yes, APRA will make the excel templates available as the forms are being made available in test.
2.11: Will XML specifications be provided separately for all the returns being migrated to APRA Connect?
APRA is investigating this function, and will advise the industry of the outcome in the future.
2.12: Will historical returns be copied across by APRA?
APRA is still working with the data owners with regards to resubmissions.
2.13: Will APRA Connect support automation and bulk validation capability or are you keeping D2A open this year for multiple Small APRA Funds Lodgements?
All forms currently submitted via D2A will continue to do so until migrated to APRA Connect. APRA will notify the industry when the forms are migrated to APRA Connect.
2.14: Will APRA Connect support the volume of additional forms since now it is very slow during peak periods?
APRA will be conducting a range of tests before migrating the D2A collections to APRA Connect.
3. Testing and Validation
3.1: Does an ADI need to register for testing the large exposure return?
No. The large exposure forms are available for ADI's to test in the external test environment. If you do not have access to the external test environment, then you will need to be set up in test environment. Please refer to APRA Connect guide for details.
3.2: Do we have D2A test forms available for general and life insurance for testing purposes?
A: Insurers can elect to receive an allocation of the ADI proof of concept, to familiarise themselves with a migrated form. Otherwise, the insurance forms will become available from mid-2026 to early 2027.
3.3: For entities that are RFCs, when do we expect to be given access to the test environment?
If you are and RFC and do not have access to APRA Connect test environment, please contact us via dataanalytics@apra.gov.au.
3.4: Will there be a detailed roadmap for each ARF when they are rolled over into the UAT so we can prepare?
APRA will look to provide the roadmap for the reporting forms later in the year.
3.5: Will there be an option to export a list of all return errors when it is uploaded?
Please refer to the APRA Connect guide for information on Exporting validation error and warning messages.
4. User Experience and Support
4.1: We currently have a process where one person prepares the forms (manually) and then a reviewer checks it has been entered correctly and then they approve it by submitting. So, does that mean we can do this process with the no auto submit option?
APRA is investigating the no-auto option which would facilitate this process to migrated forms and will advise industry of the outcome in the future.
4.2: Would Banks be able to access historical submissions in APRA Connect i.e., the ones that were done in D2A?
APRA is still working with the data owners with regards to resubmissions.
4.3: Will you be sharing this presented document after the workshop?
Yes, the presentation will be made available on APRA's website.
4.4: Will you be releasing a list of the collections that are under consideration/consultation and may or may not change? Would be very handy for our planning purposes.
Please refer to APRAs Corporate plan for details on APRA’s policy priorities.
4.5: Will APRA Connect team support be available if users experience issues, so those can be resolved quickly?
APRA will continue to offer the existing support channels.
Technical issues?
- Please refer to the Common D2A errors page.
- Additional information can be found in the:
- Log a support request with the D2A Help Desk at support@apra.gov.au.
- For urgent issues call +61 2 9210 3400 between 9am and 5pm AEST weekdays.
Need help with myID?
Refer to the ATO myID website.
Need help with data validation rules?
The D2A Help Desk cannot assist with validation errors or warnings in D2A returns. For information on validation rules and guidelines, refer to your industry's Reporting requirements page.
For further enquiries about validation rules, please contact: dataanalytics@apra.gov.au.