How do I make a contractor payment for 2021 to file 1099?

I know how important it is to flawlessly record the contractor's payment, info1767. I'm here to help you with that.

To enter the payment in QuickBooks Online, I'd suggest following these steps:

1. Go to the Payroll menu and then select Contractors.
2. On the Contractors page, choose the vendor you’re working on.
3. Click Write check to manually record the entry or pay via direct deposit.
4. In the Check window, fill in the fields with the correct payment information.
5. Choose the Category drop-down menu to classify the entry.
6. Click Save or Save and print.

Once done, you can now file the 1099 forms. Here’s how:

1. Go to the Contractors menu. 
2. Select Prepare 1099s and then Let’s get started.
3. Make sure your company name, address, and tax ID are correct.
4. Select the boxes that represent the type of payments made to all of your contractors this year, then select Next.
5. Verify that all of your contractors show up and their details are correct.
6. Review the payment totals for each box you selected in step 4, then select Next.
7. Select E-File for me, or I’ll file myself.

For more details, please see this article: Create and File 1099s.

Additionally, I've included an article that'll help you in managing your 1099 forms in QuickBooks Desktop. This ensures all the details are accurate before filing and printing: Get Answers to your 1099 Questions.

I'm only a few clicks away if you need assistance in managing your 1099, info1767. It's always my pleasure to help you out again.

Thank you for your prompt and instructions, I believe the problem is that I waited till two days before the deadline to submit online 1099's.  01/31/2022.   Contractor payments are for tax year 2021.

I believe my issue is that I waited two days before deadline to file 1099 to enter contractor information and payment information.  (01/31/2022)   Thank you in advance for your help.