How do I change the check date on a Payroll check?
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Follow the steps in Option A if the check status is Printed in the new file.

Follow the steps in Option B if you have Posted or Accrued the check.

Follow the steps in Option C if the check is a Manual check.

Option A - Check is not posted:

Option B - Check is posted:

  1. Void the check and select the following check boxes:
    • Retain this check as new
    • Use original accounting date
    • Use original check date

    Note: For instructions on how to Void checks, see How do I void a Payroll check or direct deposit?

  2. Process the check in Enter Checks. See How do I process just one check?
  3. Print the check with the correct Check Date.
    Note: When you print these checks, do not select the Reprint checks check box. Reprint checks automatically prints any non-posted printed checks and any processed checks that have not yet printed.
    1. Select Tasks, Print Checks.
    2. Select the Bank account and then type the correct Check date.
    3. Type the Starting check number for this check.
    4. Click Ranges and select the check. Click OK.
    5. Click Start.

Option C - Manual Check

  1. If posted, void the check and select the following check boxes:
    • Retain this check as new
    • Use original accounting date
    • Use original check date

    If unposted, void the check and select the following check boxes:
    • Retain this check as new

    Note: For instructions on how to void checks, see How do I void a Payroll check or direct deposit?

  2. Process the check in Enter Checks. See How do I process just one check?
  3. Click Manual and assign correct check date and check number.
  4. Click Accept Check.
  5. Click Finish.
  6. Post check as needed
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