What is the Returned Payments Report (FIN-23)?

IN BRIEF
The Returned Payments Report (FIN-23) provides a list of eCheck payments that were returned or declined due to insufficient funds (NSF). This report helps administrators identify failed transactions, understand return reasons, and take appropriate follow-up actions. 

Overview

The Returned Payments Report generates a list of eCheck payments that were returned or declined by the payment gateway due to insufficient funds (NSF) within a specified date range.

This report includes key transaction details to help identify and resolve payment issues:

  • Returned date
  • Original payment date
  • Guardian name
  • Payment title
  • Reason for decline or return
  • Payment amount

Key Report Notes

  • Only eCheck payments are included in this report
  • Results are only available for eCheck payments created on or after May 5, 2021
  • Payments collected prior to this date will display a blank status

Using Preset Filters

  • Save commonly used filter settings as presets
  • Load a preset when opening the report
  • Set the desired date range
  • Generate the report using your preferred format
  • Refer to What are Preset Filters for Reports? for additional details

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Accessing the Report

  1. From the main navigation menu, go to Reports.
  2. Locate and select Returned Payments Report (FIN-23).

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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Navigate to the Returned Payments Report (FIN-23).
  2. Enter a Start Date and End Date to define the reporting period.
    • The report will only include returned eCheck payments within this date range
  3. Select one or more Locations.
    • Only payments associated with the selected locations will be included
  4. Choose how to organize results using Order By:
    • Returned Date
    • Payment Date
    • Family Name
  5. Select your preferred format to generate the report.

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Generating the report

  1. Confirm your filters.
  2. Select your preferred format (HTML, PDF, XLS, or CSV) to generate the report.

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Troubleshooting & FAQs

  • Why are some payments missing from my report?
    • Ensure the selected date range includes the returned date of the payment. The report only includes payments returned within the specified range.
  • Why do some payments show a blank status?
    • Payments collected prior to May 5, 2021, may display a blank status because return tracking was not available before that date.
  • Does this report include credit card payments?
    • No. This report only includes eCheck payments that were returned or declined.
  • Can I reuse my filter settings?
    • Yes. Save your filters as a preset to quickly apply them when running the report in the future.

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