General Journal Entries with column totals

Hi there, @dmika.

At this time, the option to display debit/credit column totals for general journal entries isn't available. In the meantime, you'll see a Totals field below the debit/credit column.

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MirriamM, 

I am a bit confused by your reply. You say the option isn't available, yet you say I can see the Totals field below the debit/credit column (and include a picture), which is exactly what I want. How do I enable this feature? Something in preferences?

Let me address the confusion you’re having about the debit credit column in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT), @dmika.

Data problems are frequently the root cause of missing features like columns and the inability to alter events. I may offer troubleshooting instructions to address this issue and allow you to carry on operating the company.

You can utilize the Verify Rebuild Data tool in QuickBooks Desktop. It identifies the most commonly known data issues within your company file while resolving them right away. Here are the steps to do it:

1. First, choose Window and then select Close All.
2. Go to the File menu, and then click on the option of Utilities.
3. Select the option of Rebuild Data.
4. Follow the onscreen instruction to back up your data.
5. When the tool finishes, select OK.
6. Navigate to the File menu, then hover over Utilities.
7. Click Verify Data and select Rebuild Now once QuickBooks finds an issue with your company file.

If you need further assistance with any of the steps I've provided, let me know by posting a comment below. I'm always around. Take care.

Are you saying the user SHOULD automatically see totals, and the reason they don't may be because the data needs to be rebuilt? The question was if this is a preference set up or not.

I appreciate you for joining this thread for clarification, Ray.

Yes, you’re correct that the user should automatically see the totals upon pulling up the General Journal Entries, and no need to set it up on your preferences in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT). 

Moreover, you’re right that the troubleshooting steps provided above are applicable in cases where the totals aren’t visible on your end. Those steps help locate the most prevalent data errors within your organization file and immediately fix them.

Furthermore, you can check out this article for guidelines about customising reports in QuickBooks Desktop. Doing so will enable you to filter each report to get a snap of your business or financial health: Customise reports in QuickBooks Desktop.

Let me know if you have more concerns or any queries about the application. I’ve always got your back. 

The column totals shown in the above example are not showing on my journal entries in QuickBooksPro 2024 Desktop.

Sorry, for some strange reason the post stopped after you initial reply. All showing after I logged in. 

Thanks for letting us know, T.

It is great to hear that the Total columns are now showing in your journal entries. The feature is beneficial in keeping track of the amounts recorded in QuickBooks Desktop and ensuring everything is accurate.

Moreover, it appears you've posted your concern in the QuickBooks Community UK forum. If you're using the QuickBooks Desktop US version, I recommend posting your concerns or questions in the QuickBooks Community US forum moving forward. This way, we can provide you with the most relevant and helpful information tailored to your region.

Finally, you can run various financial reports in QuickBooks to help you monitor how your business is doing and ensure you've tracked your transactions correctly in the program.

My team and I are more than happy to help you again if you have additional questions about recording journal entries or about the features of the 2024 version. Would you like to learn more about other QuickBooks processes? I'm with you every step of the way.