What information is included in a punch adjustment request?

The Create Punch flow allows managers to correct Entry, Breaks, and Exit punches when an employee forgot to punch or recorded the wrong type.

This reduces issues during payroll closing and keeps punch history consistent for audits and reports.

Below is the description of each item shown in the request.

Main actions

1. Open the adjustment request

   • Go to Attendance in the side menu.

   • Click the Punch log tab.

   • Click any Pending punch adjustment request.

   • The request details open in a side panel.

2. Date and time information

   • The selected date for the adjustment.

   • The time set for the punch being corrected.

3. Punch type and location

   • Punch type

     • Displays the selected category:

       • Entry

       • Break Start

       • Break End

       • Exit

   • Location

     • Shows the location selected when the punch was created.

4. Adjustment reason

   • Reason

     • Displays why the request was created.

     • Options available:

       • Early leave

       • Late arrival

       • Forgot to punch

       • Technical problems

       • Other

         • When selected, a text field opens to explain the reason.

5. Request date

   • Shows the date and time the request was submitted.

   • Name of the employee who requested the adjustment.

Tips or Troubleshooting

• The system blocks confirmation if Employee, Time, or Reason is missing.

• If the location list is empty, check if there are active locations under Locations.

• If the wrong punch type is selected, worked hours and breaks may be calculated incorrectly.

Best Practices

• Review punch adjustments weekly to prevent last-minute backlogs during payroll closing.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I adjust breaks? Yes. Use Break Start and Break End.

• What happens if a required field is missing? The request cannot be confirmed.

• Where do adjustments appear? In the punch list for the selected date range.