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Duplicate Relocations Found in mLINQS from Unauthorized Manual Entries

There have been several duplicate PCS relocations found in mLINQS causing a plethora of issues.

AO’s and/or proxies should NOT be entering relocations manually in mLINQS without contacting PPC first (customer care ticket) as relocations should be processed from DA to mLINQS. Below are the steps to take if a relocation has not processed from DA to mLINQS.

If the PCS relocation has been put in a “ready” status in DA and is not found in mLINQS :

Contact PPC customer care via trouble ticket subject “re-submit to mLINQS” and PPC will manually re-submit this relocation over to mLINQS.
If PPC cannot process this relocation over to mLINQS due to a systems error, we will work with the AO on manual entry.
Relocations input using the legacy process should still submit a ticket to finish those claims using the legacy process calculator method. Only if they have already started using the legacy process.
Any manual input relocations into mLINQS outside of this process will require an AO/proxy re-training and possible revocation of elevated permissions.

DIRECT ACCESS

Direct Access (DA) is currently operational. Given the recent upgrades, the C5I Service Center is actively addressing residual access issues following the implementation of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as announced in ALCOAST 105/25. Additionally, the C5I Service Center has assumed PPC’s previous role for DA password reset and other technical maintenance.

DA’s status will be updated accordingly on the logon screen once services are fully restored.

Common Access Card (CAC) users must login using their CAC. Username/password login is no longer available.
Non-CAC holders (Retirees, Annuitants and those without a CGOne account) should have received a password reset email from the C5I Service Center. If members have not received their password reset email or continue to experience issues logging in, they should contact the C5I Service Center Product Support Service Desk for assistance.

Product Support Service Desk can be reached by phone at 800-821-7081 (Mon-Fri, 6:30AM-6:30PM, EDT) or via email at SMB-USCG-KerWV-ProductSupportSD@uscg.mil for assistance with password resets, logon assistance or other DA technical issues. 

The Pay and Personnel Center (PPC) Customer Care Help Desk will continue to address personnel/administrative issues (not related to DA technical issues) and can be reached via email at PPC-DG-CustomerCare@uscg.mil or by phone at 866-772-8724 (Mon-Fri, 7:30AM-4:00PM, CDT).

RETIRED PAY

PPC is addressing a processing delay due to systematic issues and a shortage of personnel. This is causing a delay in response efforts for VA offsets, AEWs, CRDP, and CRSC disability. You remain our primary concern. We want to assure you that we are fully committed to resolving these issues promptly and handling your cases with utmost care and accuracy.

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444 S. E. Quincy St.
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Customer Support Telephone:

PPC Customer Service

Personnel/Administrative Issues (not related to DA technical issues).

(866) 772-8724
7:30AM - 4:00PM (Central time) M-F

C5I Service Center Product Support Service Desk

Assistance with Password Resets, Logon Assistance, or Other DA Technical Issues.

(800) 821-7081
6:30AM - 6:30PM (Eastern time) M-F

E-Mail:

PPC Customer Service: PPC-DG-CustomerCare@uscg.mil

C5I Service Center: SMB-USCG-KerWV-ProductSupportSD@uscg.mil

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Aug. 26, 2024

ALCGFINANCE 023/24 SUBJ: FY24 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING CLOSEOUT GUIDANCE

This financial management and reporting closeout guidance pertains to Resource Management Offices (RMOs), Resource Advisors, Allotment Code Holders, and HQ Program Project Activity Managers (as defined by REF (A)), along with all activities and field units. It is mandatory for all activities, field units and fund managers to adhere to the specified

Aug. 23, 2024

ALCOAST 325/24 - SUBJ: FY2025 WORKFORCE PLANNING TEAM RESULTS - MONETARY AND NON-MONETARY INTERVENTIONS

This ALCOAST announces the results of the FY2025 Military Workforce Planning Team (MWPT) deliberations regarding monetary and non-monetary interventions for active duty and reserve personnel. Specifically, this ALCOAST authorizes Enlistment Bonuses (EB), Designated Career Field Bonuses (DCFB), Critical Skills Retention Bonuses (CSRB), Selective

Aug. 22, 2024

ALCGPSC 112/24 - 2024 SERVICE WIDE EXAMINATION (SWE) COMPETITION REMINDER

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Aug. 22, 2024

ALCGENL 334/24 - ENLISTED PERSONNEL ADVANCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT (EPAA) NO. 09-24

All Coast Guard Enlisted (ALCGENL 334/24) announces enlisted advancements effective 01 September 2024. There is a spreadsheet available on PPC's Advancement CG SharePoint Online site that you can sort by unit or SPO for your convenience.

Aug. 22, 2024

ALCGRSV 051/24 - ENLISTED RESERVE ADVANCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT (ERAA) NO. 9-24

The following personnel may be advanced to the rating/paygrade indicated effective 1 September 2024 provided the requirements of Refs A-C are met (please see attached message):ALCGRSV 051/24Information can also be found by visiting the PPC Advancements SharePoint page (CAC): PPC Advancements (sharepoint-mil.us)

Aug. 22, 2024

ALCGPSC 110/24 - PY25 SEPTEMBER REGULAR-TO-RESERVE COMMISSION APPOINTMENT PANEL

A Regular-to-Reserve (R2R) Commission Appointment Panel is scheduled to convene on 24 September 2024 to consider current and former regular Coast Guard officers for a commission in the Coast Guard Reserve.ALCGPSC 110/24

Aug. 19, 2024

ALCGRSV 050/24 - RESERVE PERSONNEL CAREER COUNSELING SYSTEM

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Aug. 8, 2024

ALCOAST 303/24 - 2024 RESERVE MASTER CHIEF ADVANCEMENT PANEL ANNOUNCEMENT

This ALCOAST announces eligibility requirements for the Reserve Master Chief Advancement Panel (R-MCAP) for advancement to E-9 in the Reserve Component. The R-MCAP convenes annually to select eligible Senior Chief Petty Officers (SCPOs) in the Reserve Component, including members of the Selected Reserve (SELRES) and Individual Ready Reserve (IRR),

Aug. 7, 2024

ALCGRSV 046/24 - RESERVE PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT ROADSHOW ASSIGNMENT YEAR 2025 (AY25) SOLICITATION

ROUTINER 051646Z AUG 24 MID120001323149UFM COMCOGARD PSC WASHINGTON DCTO ALCGRSVBTUNCLASALCGRSV 046/24SUBJ: RESERVE PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT ROADSHOW ASSIGNMENTYEAR 2025 (AY25) SOLICITATION1. The Reserve Personnel Management (RPM) Division is solicitingunits interested in receiving RPM's Assignments and CareerDevelopment Presentation for Assignment

Aug. 1, 2024

Reserve Supplemental Advancement Eligibility Lists for August 2024

The Reserve Supplemental Advancement Eligibility Lists for August 2024 (reflects requests processed prior to August 1) have been posted. The list is available on PPC ADV's CG SharePoint Online page.Refer to ALCGENL message 035/18 for reserve supplemental advancement list placement information.

Aug. 1, 2024

Active-Duty Supplemental Advancement Eligibility Lists for August 2024

The Active-Duty Supplemental Advancement Eligibility Lists for August 2024 (reflects requests processed prior to August 1) have been posted. The list is available on PPC ADV's CG SharePoint Online page.Refer to ALCGENL message 035/18 for supplemental advancement list placement information.

Aug. 1, 2024

ALCOAST 284/24 - FY24/25 CHIEFS ACADEMY AND LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT SCHOOL (LAMS) ATTENDANCE PRIORITIZATION UPDATE

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Aug. 1, 2024

ALCGENL 315/24 - RATING FORCE MASTER CHIEF (RFMC) SCREENING PANEL RESULTS FOR ASSIGNMENT YEAR 2025

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Aug. 1, 2024

ALCGRSV 044/24 - SELECTION PROCESS FOR MASTER CHIEF PETTY OFFICER - COAST GUARD RESERVE (MCPO-CGR)

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July 24, 2024

PCS System mLINQS Update

In anticipation of the full “go-live” version of mLINQS, the current PCS workaround process for authorizations in mLINQS serves two purposes 1. To fulfill the process/procedure of an “official calculation source” for PCS travel. 2. To provide “source documentation” for PCS travel, fulfilling the needs of the mandated authorization and audit

July 22, 2024

ALCGRSV 039/24 ENLISTED RESERVE ADVANCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT (ERAA) 08-24

The following personnel may be advanced to the rating/paygrade indicated effective 1 August 2024 provided the requirements of Refs A-C are met (please see attached message):ALCGRSV 039/24Information can also be found by visiting the PPC Advancements SharePoint page (CAC): PPC Advancements (sharepoint-mil.us)

July 22, 2024

ALCGENL 303/24 - ENLISTED PERSONNEL ADVANCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT (EPAA) NO. 08‐24

All Coast Guard Enlisted (ALCGENL 303/24) announces enlisted advancements effective 01 August 2024. There is a spreadsheet available on PPC's Advancement CG SharePoint Online site that you can sort by unit or SPO for your convenience.

July 16, 2024

ALCOAST 268/24 - UPDATE OF THE RESERVE FORCE READINESS SYSTEM INSTRUCTION

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July 16, 2024

ALCGRSV 036/24 - ASSIGNMENT YEAR 2024 (AY24) OFF-SEASON RESERVE ASSIGNMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR JUNIOR OFFICERS, CHIEF WARRANT OFFICERS, AND SENIOR ENLISTED PERSONNEL

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July 9, 2024

ALCOAST 266/24 SSIC 7220 SUBJ: UPDATES TO RESPONSIBILITY PAY FOR COMMANDING OFFICERS AFLOAT

R 081456Z JUL 24 MID120001272396UFM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DCTO ALCOASTBTUNCLASALCOAST 266/24SSIC 7220SUBJ: UPDATES TO RESPONSIBILITY PAY FOR COMMANDING OFFICERS AFLOAT A. 37 U.S.C. Section 352 - Assignment pay or special duty payB. Coast Guard Pay Manual, COMDTINST M7220.29DC. 37 U.S.C. Section 306 - Special pay: officers holding positionsof

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