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If payments are not correctly linked to invoices in QuickBooks, follow these steps to resolve the issue:

1. Open the Customer Payment:

   • Go to the "Customers" menu and select "Receive Payments."
   • Find the payment in question and open it.

2. Match Payment to Invoice:

   • In the "Receive Payments" window, select the appropriate customer.
   • Check the box next to the invoice(s) the payment should be applied to.

3. Apply Credits:

   • If there are any unapplied credits, ensure they are properly allocated to the correct invoices.

4. Save and Close:

   • After matching the payment to the invoice(s), click "Save and Close."

5. Reconcile Accounts:

   • Regularly reconcile your accounts to ensure all payments and invoices are correctly matched.

6. Review Reports:

   • Run the "Customer Balance Detail" report to verify that payments are applied correctly.

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By following these steps, you can ensure that payments are correctly linked to the corresponding invoices in QuickBooks.