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Double Hung
Oct 8, 2018 2:52 PM UTC
Question

Removing 1099 preference from accounts

I want to change our chart of accounts and want to remove some accounts from being a sub-account.

 

When I uncheck the box for subaccount in editing an account I am told I have to take the 1099 preference of the account.

 

Going into the Edit/Preferences/Tax 1099 to remove the account from this 1099-reporting, I am not able to remove the accounts. I even tried to click Do not report 1099's but nothing  works.

Please help!

 

Thanks!

    21 replies

    AlcaeusF
    AlcaeusF
    Oct 8, 2018 8:08 PM UTC

    Pleased to see you here in the Community, @Double Hung.

     

    I'm here to help remove a sub-account in your Chart of Accounts associated in the 1099 Preferences in QuickBooks.

     

    To delete or remove the accounts association in the 1099 Preferences, here's how:

     

    1. Click the Edit menu at the top.
    2. Select Preferences on the drop-down
    3. Choose Tax: 1099 on the left pane.
    4. Go to Company Preferences tab.
    5. Under “If you want to map your account to boxes on Form 1099-MISC” , choose Click here.
    6. Look for the sub-account that you need to remove.
    7. Click the drop-down and select Omit this payment from 1099.
    8. Once done, select Save and Close.

     

    You can also refer to this article for more information: QuickBooks 1099 Wizard.

     

    After that, go back to your Chart of Accounts and you should be able to remove that sub-account.

     

    That'll do it! If you're getting the same issue, please let me know by leaving a comment below. You can do that by clicking the Reply button. I'm always here whenever you need help.

    HenningvdW
    Oct 11, 2018 6:44 PM UTC

    FritzF - I have the exact same issue that @DoubleHung described (moving a sub-account) with one particular account. I was able to move a number of other accounts without problem. This particular account is not even listed in the 1099 Mapping list. Any advice on how to resolve this issue?

    AlcaeusF
    AlcaeusF
    Oct 11, 2018 7:39 PM UTC

    Hi there, @HenningvdW.

     

    I'd be more than happy to assist you in moving a sub-account in your QuickBooks, but I have some questions about your concern first​.

     

    So that I can provide you with the best information, may I know if you're using QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop? Also, are you receiving a specific error or message when moving the sub-account? To add the details of your issue, you can add a comment below.

     

    I look forward to your reply and further assisting you.

    Anonymous
    Oct 9, 2018 7:37 PM UTC

    Hey @Double Hung,

     

    Have you used the 1099 account in the past to file forms? Are you trying to completely remove the account or no longer make it a subaccount?

     

    In addition to unchecking the "subaccount" box, have you also changed the name so it doesn't repeat the name of the parent account? 

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