How do I void a bonus in Protiv?
Void a bonus to remove it from calculations while keeping a full audit trail.
Purpose
This article explains how to void bonuses in Protiv. Voiding removes a bonus from calculations without deleting it, so your records stay clean and auditable.
When To Use This
Use this when you need to:
- Correct a bonus that was added by mistake
- Remove a bonus before payout without losing history
- Make bulk corrections across multiple bonuses
Before You Start
Before voiding a bonus, confirm:
- The bonus has not already been paid out
- You understand how the void will affect the full statement
- You have permission to manage bonuses and deductions
Quick Path
- Find the bonus line item.
- Use the ⋯ menu to select Void.
- Confirm the action.
- Bonus is excluded from calculations but kept for audit history.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 — Void an individual bonus from Line Items
Use this when fixing a single bonus.
- Go to the Line Items view in bonuses.
- Find the bonus line item you want to remove.
- Click the ⋯ menu on the right side of the row.
- Select Void.
- Confirm in the modal.
What happens next:
- Status changes to Void
- Bonus amount is removed from calculations
- Line item stays visible for audit purposes
Step 2 — Void multiple bonuses at once (bulk)
Use this for large cleanups or systematic corrections.
- Go to the Line Items view in bonuses.
- Select multiple line items using the checkboxes.
- Click Bulk Actions.
- Choose Void.
- Confirm the bulk action.
Only bonuses that are eligible to be voided can be included in bulk actions.
Step 3 — Void a bonus from a statement
Use this when reviewing a specific worker statement.
- Open the bonus statement.
- Find the bonus in the bonuses or deductions section.
- Click the ⋯ menu next to the line item.
- Select Void.
- Confirm the action.
Step 4 — Release a voided bonus if needed
If a bonus was voided by mistake, you can restore it.
- Find the voided line item.
- Click the ⋯ menu.
- Select Release.
- Confirm in the modal.
The bonus returns to In Process and is included in calculations again.
Examples
Example 1:
A bonus added to the wrong worker is voided before payout. The statement recalculates, but the audit record remains.
Example 2:
Multiple incorrect bonuses are selected and voided in bulk during a cleanup before payroll close.
Common Mistakes & How To Fix Them
- Trying to void a paid bonus
Fix: Paid bonuses can’t be voided. Review payout timing first. - Forgetting statement impact
Fix: Always review totals after voiding. One change affects the full statement. - Deleting instead of voiding
Fix: Use void to preserve history and compliance. - Overusing bulk void
Fix: Double-check selections before confirming bulk actions.