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sandy27
Level 1

How can the date for a payroll check be corrected?

 
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RenjolynC
QuickBooks Team

How can the date for a payroll check be corrected?

Hello sandy27,

 

Changing the date of a payroll check will require you to void/delete and re-create them. Note: Make sure to delete the paychecks in chronological order. Also, for paychecks processed through direct deposit, you can only void them. 

 

Here are the steps:

 

  1. On the left panel, select Workers > Employees.
  2. In the My payroll page, click the Paycheck List link under Run payroll.
  3. Put a check mark on the paycheck you want to delete. Then, select Delete.
  4. When prompted to delete the paycheck, put a check mark on the I understand that this action cannot be undone box and hit the Delete Paycheck button.

Please see this sample screenshot for a visual guide:

 

The following article includes more details: Delete or void paychecks.

 

Once done, you can now re-create the paycheck with the correct pay date.

 

Reach out to me if you need anything else. Have a good day!

sandy27
Level 1

How can the date for a payroll check be corrected?

Thanks for the information. Unfortunately, when I choose the check I need to delete, it is only giving me the option to print it. I can't find a way to do anything other than print. Any thoughts? 

RaymondJayO
Moderator

How can the date for a payroll check be corrected?

Hello there, @sandy27

 

It seems the paycheck you're trying to delete is a direct deposit, and it's already processed. That's why the system only gives you the option to print it. With this, I'd suggest contacting our Customer Care Team to help you void or delete the paycheck. From there, you'll have to recreate it with the correct pay date. This ensures your payroll and W-2's information are accurate. Let me guide you how. 

  1. Go to the Help menu at the upper right. 
  2. Select Contact Us
  3. In the What can we help you with? box, enter your specific payroll concern. 
  4. Click Let's talk
  5. Choose a way to connect with a live agent. 

 

You can always visit this website: Change An Employee Paycheck. This link provides you more information about what can be or can't be edited on an employee's paycheck. 

 

Before January ends, there are important dates to consider and tasks to perform when you complete the year-end payroll process. For more details, check out this article: Year-end Checklist

 

Please know that I'm here to lend you a helping hand if you need anything else. Take care always, @sandy27

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