Thank you for sharing your concerns with us in the Community, @ccfeld24. I understand how important it is to sort out the 1099 account. Don't worry; I'll explain the A symbol you've encountered. This will help us streamline the mapping process and ensure the details in the reports are correct.
 

After checking, I saw that we haven't received any reports about this issue. Before anything else, let's ensure your QuickBooks Desktop and tax table are updated. Keeping them current is important because it helps the software to run smoothly and prevents or fixes problems.
 

To begin, let’s check if you have the latest version:
 

1. Open QuickBooks Desktop.
2. Press F2 (or Ctrl+1) to open the Product Information window.
3. Look for your current version and release.
   
   

QuickBooks will automatically download new releases whenever they’re available. If there’s an update, you’ll notice it say “Update available.” To install it, follow these steps:
 

• Click Update available and then select Install now.
• Relax while the update installs; this may take some time.
• Once the installation is complete, open QuickBooks.
  
  

Next, check or download the latest tax table:
 

1. Go to Employees and choose Get Payroll Updates.
2. To find your tax table version, look for the number next to You are using tax table version:
3. Check the latest payroll news to see if it’s the correct version.
4. For more details about your tax table version, click Payroll Update Info.
5. To download the latest tax table, hit Download Entire Update and then select Update. You will see an informational window when the download is complete.

To clarify, the "A" symbol with an accent mark over the "A" functions as intended when you enable the account numbers in the Preferences. This indicates a payment type designated for non-employees, independent contractors, or freelancers. However, there's no need to worry; it will not appear when you print the form.

If you'd prefer to avoid seeing this character, you can easily disable account numbers.

Here’s how:

1. Go to the Edit menu and select Preferences.
2. Choose the Accounting option.
3. Click on the Company Preferences tab.
4. Uncheck the Use account numbers checkbox.
5. Finally, hit OK.
   
   
   

Moreover, please check the mapping to ensure it is accurate, as errors in mapping and payment types could be why the report shows no payment activity.

Payments to 1099 vendors made with credit cards, debit cards, or third-party systems like PayPal are not included in the calculations for 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC forms. This is because these payments are reported by the financial institution for you.

To gain an understanding of how to effectively complete year-end tasks and prepare for the upcoming year in QuickBooks Desktop, we recommend reading the article titled Year-End Guide for QuickBooks Desktop. This resource offers valuable insights and step-by-step instructions to ensure a smooth transition into the new year.

Please feel free to return to this thread if you have further questions or need clarification about 1099 account mapping or related payroll issues. My team and I are here to assist you and make sure all your concerns are resolved. In the meantime, I hope you have a wonderful day!