# Expense Configuration

The Expense Configuration screen displays system-wide configuration options for Deltek Expense. Use it to establish a foundation for the business rules within the system. The configuration screen is a maintenance screen and updates the various tables that make up the screen.

## When do I use the Expense Configuration screen?

You must supply all information in the expense configuration screen when initially setting up the system. After the initial setup, you can update certain configuration options as needed. A search is available in the screen so that you can edit signature/approval text options for other locales.

| Note: You must set up the General Configuration screen before entering this screen.

## The Expense Configuration screen tabs

The tabs available in this screen are: UDT Options, Export Options and Miscellaneous.