Why is the Optional Name populated during Form 1099 Tax Reporting

The Optional Name populates because you set the Vendor Type in Vendor Maintenance to Individual under the 1099 Form information on the Additional tab.

Change the Vendor Type

If the Vendor is a Business and not an Individual, then change the Vendor Type in Vendor Maintenance:

1. Open Accounts Payable, Main, Vendor Maintenance
2. Select Vendor No
3. Click Additional tab
4. Under the Form 1099 select Vendor Type Business instead of Individual
5. The screen changes from Social Security Number to Taxpayer ID No
6. Confirm that this information is correct with your vendor
7. Click Accept

How does the Vendor Name and DBA name print on the 1099 Form

How to Set up a 1099 Vendor