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June 28, 2024
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How can i delete a duplicated vat quarter expense?

  • June 28, 2024
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I have somehow duplicated my Jan 2024 vat expense. Subsequently it is showing in the vat suspense account incorrectly. If i try and delete it it wont allow me to. How can I sort this out please?

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June 28, 2024

Thank you for reaching out, @dtucky
 

To provide an accurate resolution about deleting a duplicate VAT expense, I'd like to ask what specific error did you encounter when attempting to delete it? A screenshot would help me determine what's causing the error. 
 

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dtuckyAuthor
June 28, 2024

sorry i cant seem to do a screenshot.

 

It saysAny transactions in a VAT period marked as filed can’t be changed on the Flat Rate Scheme. If you need to update or correct something, just create a new transaction.

 

 

June 28, 2024

Thanks for getting back to us here, dtucky

 

Because of the way Making Tax Digital works on the Flat Rate Scheme, you can't edit or delete transactions in a return that has already been filed.

 

If you need to make changes, you'll need to create a journal entry to reverse the original transaction by reversing the amounts of the debits and credits.

 

You can view the journal of the duplicate transaction by opening the expense > click more on the bottom toolbar > transaction journal

 

To view a full demo, please see the drop-down heading How to make changes to a transaction that has already been filed in a VAT period

 

Thanks again for reaching out to the Intuit QuickBooks Community for support. We'll be here if you have any further queries.