Steps to Remove Third Digit from Member Numbers (Step 6 for Generating South Dakota Monthly Retirement Report)The Remove Third Digit from Member Numbers option is available within the South Dakota Monthly Retirement Report option in Payroll. The Remove Third Digit from Member Numbers option deletes the third digit of the code (specifying the type and status of the employee) manually entered in the Member Number field on the Deductions screen in the Employee File for the retirement deduction.