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Common problems and solutions for fees and payments

> TL;DR: Most issues come from: payment not yet submitted (just sent externally), pending verification, visibility settings, or "Applicable To" settings. Check these first.

Payment Problems

"Member says they paid but it's not in the system"

Check in order:
  • Payment not submitted - They may have paid externally but didn't submit proof in the app
  • Still pending - Check Payments list, filter by Pending
  • Wrong fee - Payment might be linked to a different fee
  • Rejected earlier - Check if a previous submission was rejected
  • Solution: Ask them to submit payment through the app, or record it manually if you've verified receipt.

    "Can't submit payment"

    Possible IssueSolution
    Fee is paused/closedAdmin needs to resume or create new fee
    Not logged inLog in to your account
    Fee is members-onlyVerify you're a member
    Technical errorRefresh page, try different browser

    "Payment shows wrong amount"

  • Check proof files for actual amount sent
  • Admin can verify with the correct "Verified Amount"
  • If member sent wrong amount, they may need to send the difference
  • "Duplicate payment"

  • Check if they're actually duplicates (same amount, proof, time)
  • Reject one as "Duplicate submission"
  • Keep the one with better proof
  • Fee Problems

    "Can't delete fee"

    ReasonSolution
    Fee is still ActiveClose the fee first
    Has verified paymentsCannot delete (by design)
    Insufficient permissionsOnly admins can delete

    > Fees with payments can't be deleted to protect financial records.

    "Fee not showing for members"

    Check:
  • Visibility - Is it "Members Only" but they're not logged in?
  • Fee status - Is it Active? Paused/closed fees are hidden
  • Member access - Are they actually a club member?
  • "Wrong members got dues"

  • Cancel incorrect dues individually (Actions → Cancel Due)
  • Review "Applicable To" settings for future fees
  • "Some members missing dues"

    Why it happens:
    • Members joined after fee creation
    • Members didn't match criteria at creation time
    Solution: Manually assign missing members via fee detail page → "Assign Members"

    Verification Problems

    "Proof files won't load"

  • Try different browser
  • Clear browser cache
  • Ask member to describe the proof
  • Have them resubmit with new files
  • "Accidentally verified wrong payment"

    • Add a correction note to the payment
    • For significant errors, contact support

    "Stats not updating"

  • Refresh the page
  • Wait a moment after verifying
  • Check if it was a partial payment (shows different)
  • Member/Due Problems

    "Member shows unpaid but they paid"

    Check:
  • Payment is verified (not pending)
  • Payment is for the correct fee
  • Amount covers the due (not partial)
  • Payment is linked to right member
  • "Member doesn't have a due"

    Possible reasons:

    • Fee set to "Voluntary (No Tracking)"
    • Member doesn't match "Applicable To" criteria
    • Member joined after fee creation
    • Due was cancelled
    Solution: Manually assign the member if they should have a due.

    "Guest can't find their payment status"

    • Must use same email as when submitting
    • Return to the club's payment page
    • Contact admin to look up by name/email

    Permission Problems

    "You don't have permission"

  • Log out and log back in
  • Verify your role in the club
  • Contact club owner about permissions
  • "Can't access Finance section"

    Only admins and owners can access admin features. Contact your club admin for access.

    Quick Fixes

    ProblemTry This
    Page won't loadRefresh, clear cache, different browser
    Form won't submitCheck all required fields, smaller file sizes
    Stuck on loadingCheck internet, wait and retry
    Data looks wrongRefresh page, check you're viewing correct fee

    Understanding Due Statuses

    StatusWhat It MeansWhat to Check
    UnpaidNo payment submittedNormal if member hasn't paid
    PendingPayment awaiting verificationCheck Payments → Pending
    PartialPaid some, not allCheck remaining balance
    PaidCompleteAll set
    WaivedForgiven by adminAdmin action recorded
    CancelledRemoved from trackingAdmin action recorded

    Common Questions

    "Why was my payment rejected?"

    Read the rejection reason provided. Common reasons:

    • Proof didn't show payment
    • Amount was wrong
    • Sent to wrong account
    • Duplicate submission

    "How long does verification take?"

    Depends on your club's admins. Usually 24-48 hours.

    "Can I get a refund?"

    Refunds are handled outside the system through your payment provider. Contact your club admin.

    "Why can't I see past fees?"

    Closed fees may be in an archive view. Check for "Past Fees" or "Closed" filter.

    "What if I overpay?"

    Contact your club admin. Options include credit toward future fees, refund, or recording as donation.

    "Why doesn't a member have a due?"

    • Fee is "Voluntary (No Tracking)"
    • Member doesn't match "Applicable To"
    • Member joined after fee creation
    • Due was cancelled

    "Can I change who a fee applies to?"

    You can edit "Applicable To," but existing dues aren't automatically updated. Manually assign or cancel as needed.

    "What if a member pays more than owed?"

    Extra is recorded. Due shows as "Paid." Consider recording excess as donation.

    Getting More Help

    For Members

    Contact your club admin for issues with:

    • Your specific payment
    • Your membership status
    • Fee questions

    For Admins

  • Check this troubleshooting guide
  • Document the issue with screenshots
  • Contact support for technical problems
  • Prevention Tips

    For Members

    • Submit payments promptly
    • Keep proof screenshots
    • Double-check amounts before sending
    • Use correct payment methods

    For Admins

    • Verify payments regularly
    • Use clear payment method instructions
    • Set descriptive fee names
    • Monitor overdue dues
    • Communicate due dates clearly

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