Lost a payroll check. How do I cancel the lost from my check register and where do I find mr check register?

I’ll make sure it will get settled so your record will remain intact, @pdavisedw.

There are steps to follow before canceling the lost check in the register for the accuracy of your books.

If you still want to reissue a check, you’ll want to modify first the original paycheck. Let me show you how:

1. Go to the Payroll menu.
2. Click the Paycheck list under the Run payroll button. 
3. Locate the paycheck then take note of the details.
4. Change the check number with the next one available.
5. Select Save and close.

Once done, you can follow these steps below to create a replacements check:

1. Select the +New icon and choose Check.
2. From the Payee ▼ drop-down, choose the name of the employee.
3. Specify the Bank Account you use for payroll.
4. Enter the necessary information then print it.
5. Hit Save and close.

Then you need to void the check to balance your register. You can use the magnifying icon to easily locate the transaction. Then replace the check number to match the original (the lost) check. After, select More then choose Void. You can use this reference for more detailed instructions.

Otherwise, void/delete the paycheck in the list, including check entry under the bank register. You can simply go to your Chart of Accounts and then select the bank. Under the Bank Register, you’re able to view the event.

You might want to visit this link about understanding COA in QuickBooks. You can review and organize your accounts so you'd know how much you owe and the money you have.

Keep me posted if you have concerns. I’ll be around to help.               

Hi MadelynC,

I have the same issue, however the paycheck is from October 2020.

Will this work the same for QBDT?

Thanks a bunch!

Thanks for joining the thread, @Whoadeb.

Yes, there's a similar way to locate the payroll check from October 2020 in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT). I can help you achieve this seamlessly.

To start, you can use the Audit Trail report to look for the lost paycheck. Let me guide you how:

1. Click Reports at the top menu bar and then choose Account & Taxes.
2. Select Audit Trail.
3. On the report screen, click Customize Report.
4. Go to the Filter tab and search for Transaction type.
5. Choose Paycheck from the drop-down, and then click OK.
   
6. You can select October 1 to 31 as the date range to narrow down your search.
7. Click Refresh to apply the changes.

After that, you can recreate the paycheck as you usually do to recover it. Then, you can open your check register to locate the paycheck.

Here's how to do it: 

1. Go to the Banking menu, and then select Use Register.
2. Choose the account you used for payroll to open your check register.
3. Select and open the paycheck in question.

Once done, you can now void the paycheck to balance your register.

Lastly, you'll want to run some payroll reports to get a glimpse of your business finances. To do that, you can go to the Reports menu and then select one from the Employees & Payroll section.

You can count on me if you have more payroll concerns. I'd be glad to help you some more. Have a fantastic day!