Trying to run payroll where employee would like to put their bonus into their retirement plan. QuickBooks won’t complete it because net pay is zero. Is there a way?

I've got you covered, @RTwo19.

Adding bonus into a retirement account deduction should be done in a separate bonus check instead of adding it to the regular paycheck. Here's how:

1. Sign in to your QuickBooks Online (QBO) account.
2. Click Payroll from the left menu, then select Employees.
3. From the Run payroll drop-down, choose Bonus only.
4. Select the applicable settings for the bonus paycheck. Then select Continue.
5. Choose the employee and enter the Bonus amount.
6. Click the pencil icon beside Payroll options.
7. Select the payroll options you want, then select Apply.
8. Click Preview payroll.
9. Click the Submit payroll button. Then, Finish payroll.

I'm adding this article for more guidance: Pay an employee bonus.

You also have another option to add a retirement plan to the entire paycheck. However, it doesn't include your employee's bonus on it. For more details, you can check out this article: Create a zero net paycheck.

You might want to run and customize payroll reports in QuickBooks Online. This can help you manage payroll and keep track of employee expenses.

Should you need further assistance creating a bonus check, you can leave a comment below. I'll be sure to get back to you, @RTwo19.