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Correction of Prior Period Accounting Error
Adjusting for an expense that was completely forgotten in the previous fiscal year.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | Equity (-) | 2,000.00 | - |
| Cash / Accounts Payable | Mixed | - | 2,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
If you find a mistake from a closed year, you cannot record the expense in the current year's P&L. You must adjust the 'Retained Earnings' directly to show the correction of history.
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