Use this procedure to void a check before it is issued or recorded. To maintain a complete audit trail, you must record the check number as a voided check. Voided checks can result from a printer malfunction or damaged check stock.
To void a nonissued check
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Select Accounts Payable Main menu > Manual Check and Payment Entry.
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Enter the bank code, check number, and check date. For more information, see Manual Check and Payment Entry - Fields.
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In the Check Amount field, type .00 as the check amount.
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When a message asks if this is a voided check, click Yes to record the check number as a voided check. The words ***VOID CHECK*** will print for the check number on the Check and Electronic Payment Register.
Note You cannot void a check that was already used to pay invoices.
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Click Accept.
The voided check number is recorded.
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