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wreade78
Level 3

What does the "QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded" alert mean?

When I log into QB, sometimes I see an alert that reads “Some QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded.” It includes a link to “Take Action.” When I click that link, a Deposit record opens and shows undeposited QuickBooks Payments. The thing is, if I just wait and come back later, the list of undeposited QuickBooks Payments changes. Sometimes, if I wait long enough, the alert goes away.

So my question is, what’s the point of this alert? If the “issue” eventually “fixes” itself, why do I need to take action?

I found the community post "Fix alert Some QuickBooks Payments deposits weren’t automatically recorded" that provides steps to fix this issue, but why should I do that if the issue will fix itself?

If someone could provide me some insight into this “issue,” I’d appreciate it.

Thanks!
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Kevin_C
QuickBooks Team

What does the "QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded" alert mean?

Allow me to provide some insights about an alert message in your QuickBooks Online (QBO), @wreade78.

 

The QuickBooks alert message will show up if the system has encountered unexpected behavior that the payments and deposits will not instantly record to the program. It will appear to notify you, and be aware that possible payment entries will not flow directly into QBO.

 

Nonetheless, it will automatically disappear if your deposits are fully moved to QBO. Otherwise, you'll have to follow the steps in this article to fix it and manually record your deposits: Fix alert Some QuickBooks Payments deposits weren’t automatically recorded.

 

Additionally, visit this article to guide you on how to check the funding status, payments processing, etc.: Common questions about payments deposits in QuickBooks Online.

 

If you require additional support or have further inquiries about QuickBooks Payments, kindly drop a comment below. I'm always available to provide the necessary assistance.

wreade78
Level 3

What does the "QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded" alert mean?

Kevin,

 

Thanks for your feedback.

 

Given that the list of payments that are reported by this alert will change, it's not a very helpful alert. I need this alert for any payments that QB has attempted to fully deposit but hasn't succeeded, but only after so many attempts by QB or after so many days. Basically, I don't know when I should ignore or actually pay attention to this alert. I could make a list of all the payments that are included in the alert but that's way too much work. I need some direction to know when QB will no longer attempt to deposit a payment. Those are the only payments that I want to record manually.

 

Additional feedback is appreciated.

kreetipaul
Level 1

What does the "QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded" alert mean?

nice to see your post.

MAnneJ
QuickBooks Team

What does the "QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded" alert mean?

Some factors are considered, so QuickBooks will no longer automatically deposit a payment, @wreade78. Let me go into details about this. 

 

 QuickBooks Online (QBO) will stop trying to deposit a payment based on factors like the payment's status, such as Failed or Rejected, and your deposit settings. If a payment fails, QuickBooks won't retry it unless you make manual adjustments or changes. Setting up your deposit preferences will also determine if additional attempts are needed.

 

You can record each payment manually after turning off the automatic deposit in your Settings.

 

Here's how:

 

  1. Go to the Gear icon .
  2. Select Account and settings.
  3. Click on Payments in the left-hand menu.
  4. Look for Deposit Accounts or similar options and turn off the automatic deposit feature.

 

Also, you can find out how to check when QuickBooks deposits customer payments into your bank account.

 

Additionally, you might want to visit this article and get answers to common questions about Payments: Common questions about QuickBooks Payments deposits in QBO.

 

I'm always here to back you up if you have additional questions regarding QuickBooks payments. Have a good one.

knscandrill
Level 1

What does the "QuickBooks Payments deposits weren't automatically recorded" alert mean?

Informative post. Continue in future

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