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September 15, 2025
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By mistake, made overpaid checque. How can i cancel the wrong payroll?

  • September 15, 2025
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September 15, 2025

Canceling payroll depends on whether it is a Direct Deposit or a Paper Check, Elson. Let me provide additional details.

 

If you've processed payroll using Direct Deposit, you can still cancel it as long as the status in your paycheque list says "Scheduled."

 

Here's what to do:

 

  1. Go to Payroll > Overview > Paycheque list.
  2. Check the status of the paycheques. If it shows "Scheduled," you're in the clear to take action.
  3. Click the dropdown menu next to the paycheque and select Delete.

 

But, if the payment has already been processed or issued to the employee, you can establish an internal agreement or inform the employee that the necessary adjustment will be made by deducting the amount from their next payroll.

 

If you've paid the employee using a paper cheque and want to cancel one, the process is even simpler:

 

  1. Go to Payroll > Overview > Paycheque list.
  2. Locate the paycheque you want to cancel.
  3. Click the dropdown menu next to it and select Delete.

 

If you have any further questions, please leave them in the comments, and we’ll assist you promptly.