Punch Error List

The following is a list of "Punch" error codes and their definitions:
  • Missed Punch: For every "IN" punch, there must be a subsequent "OUT" punch. This error indicates that there is a missing punch on the time card for that day. By default, an abbreviation of "MP" appears on the Time Card.

  • Department Mismatch: You have specified a department number when clocking in at the clock, and have entered a different department number when clocking out. By default, an abbreviation of "DM" appears on the Time Card.

  • Duplicate Punch: You have more than one punch for the same time of day. This can occur when you punch more than once at the time clock in the same minute. By default, an abbreviation of "DP" appears on the Time Card.

  • IQ 1000 Errors: This error occurs when you have attempted to punch at the clock at a time when you are not allowed (as defined by the IQ 1000 "Allowed Periods" setting). By default, an abbreviation of "IQ" appears on the Time Card.
    Note: This error is used with the model IQ 1000 time clock only.