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# Greater clarity around payroll blockers and issues

> We’ve made it much easier to spot and resolve what’s blocking payroll — especially when it’s a company-wide issue that needs immediate attention.

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* A critical task is now pinned to the top of your dashboard when payroll is blocked; it disappears once resolved, and you’ll get an in-app notification
* We’ve redesigned the [Payroll > Issues](https://manage.plane.com/payrolls/issues) page to help you understand what’s blocking payroll, what needs attention, and what to do next
  * Company-level blocking issues now appear with greater urgency, showing a `Resolve ASAP` label, deadline, and the number of employees affected
  * Non-blocking issues include clear guidance about risks like late filings or penalties
  * The Issues page is now linked directly from Payroll in the sidebar menu
* Status updates refresh much more quickly — in near real-time so you’re always up to date

## Other improvements and fixes

* **Time-off tab error resolved:** Fixed a permissions issue that prevented the [Upcoming Time-off](https://manage.plane.com/time-off/upcoming/week) tab from loading
* **No more duplicate contractors in off-cycle payroll:** Contractors now appear only once when you're selecting payees in off-cycle payment flows
* **Date fixed when discontinuing payroll:** The “Discontinue after” date selector no longer allows selections outside of valid payroll periods
* **Year-to-date values restored in earnings statements:** YTD totals for deductions and employer contributions now display correctly
* **Improved pay schedule assignment for US employees:** Validation messages are now clearer when start dates fall before, during, or after a pay period, and only open pay periods are shown for selection
