Can I delete or fix a PA UC weekly claim with incorrect work hours?

u cant delete a weekly claim once its submitted. gotta call them to get it fixed. its frustrating but theres no other way

Unfortunately, there's no way to delete or edit a claim once it's been submitted in the PA UC system. You'll need to speak with a representative to explain the situation and have them correct it. They can adjust your reported hours, but only if you contact them directly. The system doesn't allow for self-correction of submitted certifications to prevent fraud. Since you reported MORE hours than you actually worked, they'll likely be understanding since you weren't trying to get extra benefits.

I did almost the EXACT same thing last year!!! Reported 22 hours when I only worked 12. I was so mad at myself. Took me FOREVER to get through to someone. When I finally did they fixed it pretty quick but I had to wait almost 3 weeks for that payment to come through. The system is such a mess.

Yeah they let me keep filing weekly while they fixed the one with the mistake. Just make sure you report everything correctly going forward! And keep trying to call - early morning right when they open worked for me.

Have you tried using Claimyr? It helped me get through to a PA UC agent when I had a similar issue with incorrectly reported hours. You can check out how it works at claimyr.com or watch their demo at https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2. It basically keeps dialing for you until it gets through, then calls you back when it connects with an agent. I was skeptical at first but it worked for me when I couldn't get through for days. The agent was able to fix my certification error in about 5 minutes once I explained what happened.

ive heard of it. friend used it. said it worked but thts all i know

To directly answer your questions: 1. You cannot delete a weekly claim once submitted 2. You must speak with a UC representative to correct reporting errors 3. Yes, reporting too many hours can block your next claim if the system thinks you earned above your partial benefit threshold 4. This type of honest mistake won't result in penalties as long as you report it promptly 5. Continue attempting to file your current week's claim - the system may allow you to proceed while the correction is pending For mistakes like this, document everything: when you call, who you speak with, and get a ticket/reference number for the correction request. Keep all pay stubs showing your actual hours worked as you may need to provide verification.

This happened to my husband last winter and it was SUCH a nightmare!!! He put in 28 hours instead of 18 by accident and it locked up his whole claim. We tried calling for TWO WEEKS. Every single day. I think the PA UC system is deliberately designed to make us give up. They don't have enough staff and they don't care that people are suffering. We ended up getting behind on our mortgage because of their incompetence.

Update: I FINALLY got through to someone! For anyone with a similar problem - I called right at 7:55am like someone suggested here and only had to wait about 30 minutes. The rep was actually super nice and understanding. She said these mistakes happen all the time. They're correcting my hours from last week and releasing my payment. She also unlocked my account so I could file this week's claim immediately while I was on the phone. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help!

Great news! Just a tip for the future - always double-check your hours and earnings before submitting weekly claims. Taking an extra 30 seconds to review can save weeks of headaches. Also, keep a personal log of all your work hours separately from your employer's records. This makes it easier to accurately report and can help if there are ever disputes about your work history.

I just went through something similar a few months ago! Made the same mistake of reporting too many hours and panicked when I couldn't file my next claim. The key is persistence with calling - I know it's frustrating but they really do need to fix it manually. One thing that helped me was writing down exactly what happened before I called, including the correct hours vs what I accidentally reported. When I finally got through, having all that info ready made the call go much smoother. The rep appreciated that I was organized and honest about the mistake. Hang in there - these honest reporting errors are more common than you think and they're usually pretty understanding about fixing them!

I'm dealing with a similar issue right now where I accidentally reported the wrong earnings amount (not hours, but close enough). Reading through this thread has been so helpful, especially seeing that Leila got it resolved! I've been calling every day for a week with no luck getting through. Going to try the 7:55am trick tomorrow morning. It's such a relief to know that these kinds of honest mistakes don't result in penalties and that the reps are usually understanding. The PA UC system definitely needs better ways to handle corrections, but at least there's hope for getting it fixed. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!

Just want to echo what others have said about the 7:55am calling strategy - it really works! I had a similar issue last fall where I accidentally reported gross earnings instead of net on my weekly claim. Took me about 8 days of calling to finally get through, but once I did the rep fixed it in literally 5 minutes. The most frustrating part is just the waiting and not knowing if your benefits are going to be delayed. One thing I learned is to screenshot your weekly certification before submitting it, just in case you need to reference exactly what you reported when you call. Also, if anyone is still struggling to get through, try calling during your lunch break around 12-1pm - sometimes the hold times are shorter then because fewer people are calling during work hours. The system definitely isn't user-friendly but the actual staff are pretty helpful once you reach them!

I had almost the exact same panic when I made a similar mistake last year! Accidentally entered 35 hours instead of 25 and thought I was going to lose my benefits completely. The good news is that since you over-reported rather than under-reported, they know you weren't trying to scam the system. I ended up getting through after about 4 days of persistent calling - the key is to call right when they open and don't give up if you get disconnected. Keep your pay stubs handy and write down exactly what you meant to report versus what you actually submitted. The rep I spoke with said these types of honest errors happen constantly and they're usually pretty quick to fix once you explain the situation. Your benefits shouldn't be permanently affected, just temporarily held up until they can correct the record. Stay persistent with the calling - you'll get through eventually!

I'm going through something similar right now - accidentally reported working 32 hours when I only worked 22. It's been blocking my weekly certification for 3 days now and I'm getting really anxious about missing payments. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful! I'm definitely going to try the 7:55am calling strategy tomorrow and have all my documentation ready. It's such a relief to see that Leila got her issue resolved and that the reps are generally understanding about honest mistakes like this. The PA UC system really needs a better way to handle simple corrections, but at least there's hope. Thanks to everyone who shared their stories - it makes dealing with this so much less stressful knowing I'm not alone and that there's a way to fix it!

I went through this exact same nightmare about 6 months ago! Accidentally reported 30 hours instead of 20 and it completely locked me out of filing my next claim. The panic is real - I thought I had messed up my entire unemployment claim permanently. But like everyone else has said, you absolutely cannot edit or delete a submitted weekly claim. The only way is to get a human on the phone. I tried calling for almost 2 weeks straight and finally got through using the 7:55am strategy that others mentioned. The rep was actually super helpful once I explained it was an honest mistake. She fixed it in about 10 minutes and released my held payment. The key is having your actual pay stub ready and being able to clearly explain what you meant to report versus what you accidentally entered. Don't give up - these mistakes happen way more often than you'd think and they know the difference between honest errors and fraud attempts!

I'm new to this community but dealing with a very similar issue right now! I accidentally reported 28 hours instead of 18 on my weekly certification and now I can't file my current week's claim. Reading through all these experiences has been incredibly reassuring - I was honestly terrified that I had permanently ruined my unemployment benefits. It's amazing to see how many people have gone through the exact same thing and that the reps are generally understanding about honest mistakes. I'm definitely going to try the 7:55am calling strategy tomorrow morning with my pay stub ready. Thank you all for sharing your stories and tips - this community is a lifesaver when you're dealing with the stress and confusion of the PA UC system!