I need to change a payroll date from the past. How do I change this?It will not let me due to taxes were already paid for that quarter

Hello rebecca231, I understand that you want to change the payroll date for your taxes that have already been paid for the quarter. Allow me to share some insights on the best course of action.

Changing a payroll date in QuickBooks Online (QBO) can be a complex process, especially if taxes have already been paid for that period. It's vital to approach this carefully since modifying historical payroll data can affect tax filings. 

To better assist you, I recommend contacting our QuickBooks Online Payroll Support team. They can help you rectify the pay dates so that everything is in order. To get in touch with us, please follow these steps: 

1. Sign in to your QuickBooks Online company.
2. Go to Help (?) and select Contact Us.
3. Enter your concern, then select Let's talk.
4. Choose a way to connect with us:

• Start a chat with a support expert.
• Get a callback from the next available expert.
• Ask the community to get help from businesses like yours.

Please remember to communicate any changes to the affected employee and keep them informed throughout the process. If you have any doubts or require assistance, it would be prudent to reach out to QuickBooks Online Payroll Support directly or consult with a tax professional.

Furthermore, consider checking out this article for future reference: Set up and manage payroll schedules

Keep in touch with us if you have further questions about payroll dates in QBO. I'll be happy to help. Have a nice day.