creating and filing 1099 NEC for 2021

Hello CLL,

You can create a 1099 NEC report by going to the Vendor tab. Let me guide you with these steps:

1. From the Vendor menu, select Print/E-file 1099s.
2. On the Before you print and file forms 1099 prompt, select Yes.
3. Click Get Started for 1099 NEC.
4. Click Continue.
5. Hit Continue and then Continue again.

Please note that Form 1099-NEC due date is February 1, 2021. Make sure to submit the form before due dates to avoid getting penalties. For more details, you can check this article: Tax year due dates. 

I've added this article about the year-end task: QuickBooks Desktop Year End Prep and Resources.

Let me know how things work on your end. Keep safe!

Adrian,

Thank you for the reply, I am familiar with running 1099's over the years to include last year, however, when I go to the Print/E-file 1099s., I am not able to get pass the update.  I run the update but it still does not allow me to go any further.

Thank you for getting back to us, @CLL.

I want to make sure you can create and file your 1099s in QuickBooks Desktop. 

Since you're still not able to create 1099s after performing the QuickBooks update, let's run the reboot.bat file to re-register the QuickBooks-related .DLL and .OCX files in Microsoft Windows. Here's how: 

1. Close your QuickBooks Desktop.
2. Right-click the QuickBooks icon on your desktop, then select Properties.
3. Click on Open file location.
4. Type "reboot.bat" in the search field (at the upper right corner). 
5. Right-click the reboot.bat file and choose Run as Administrator. The file may display as reboot.bat or reboot.
6. When the reboot.bat file utility has been completed, the window will close.
7. Restart your computer.

Once done, open your company file and create your federal 1099s.

If you get the same result, let's proceed with repairing QuickBooks. This article will guide you through the steps: Repair your QuickBooks Desktop for Windows.

Just in case you want to learn more about creating and filing your 1099s, you can check out this article for more guidance: Create and file 1099s with QuickBooks Desktop.

I'm still open to your replies, @CLL. Please know that I'm just a reply away if you need further assistance filing 1099s.

Mark,

Two issues.  First - we ran the repair which allowed the Menu Wizard to come up to create and print the 1099, however, when I exit I have to re-run the repair each time in order for the menu to come up.

Second - it does not print on the 3 per page forms, only set up to do the 2 per page forms.

Appreciate the update, @CLL. I want to ensure this problem is addressed timely.

Since the issue persists, I recommend contacting our Customer Care Support. You can work with one of our specialists in letting our engineering team investigate why this menu is randomly hidden while printing your forms. I'll show you how.

1. Go to Help.
2. Select QuickBooks Desktop Help.
3. Click Contact Us.
4. On the Tell us more about your question section, enter a few words describing your initial concern.
5. Select Search.
6. Choose a channel where you wish to connect with our dedicated support.

I want to include that reaching out to our Customer Care Support is best during business hours from 6 AM-6 PM PT Monday-Friday.

I'm adding this reference for tips and guides to utilize in preparation for the coming year-end: Complete Certain Tasks in QuickBooks Desktop Payroll to Prepare for the New Fiscal or Calendar Year.

Don't hesitate to post again here if you have other questions or concerns with payroll forms. I'm always around happy to help. Take care and stay safe!