PA UC weekly certification system error - says can't file until 1/15 but it's already 1/18

same thing happening 2 me!! been trying since yesterday morning and getting this stupid message. my rent is due next week & i NEED this payment to go thru on time!!!

This happened last year around the same time. The system sometimes gets backlogged after holidays and displays incorrect filing dates. Try these steps: 1. Wait until after midnight tonight and try again 2. If that doesn't work, file through the PA UC phone system at 888-255-4728 3. Take screenshots of the error message The phone system usually works even when the website is glitching. The important thing is to file within your window, even if you have to use the phone system.

Sometimes this happens when there's a "break in claim" issue flagged on your account. Did you report any earnings in the last two weeks or have any job interviews? Sometimes that triggers a review that temporarily locks filing.

I've seen this error before - it's usually a system date synchronization problem on their end. Unfortunately, calling the regular UC number probably won't help as they're usually swamped with calls, especially when there's a system issue affecting multiple claimants. If you need to get through quickly, try using Claimyr (claimyr.com). It automates the call process and gets you connected to a UC representative usually within 30-45 minutes instead of spending days trying. I was skeptical, but they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2 I used it when my benefit year was ending and I needed to sort out my continued eligibility. The UC rep was able to override the system error and process my weekly certification manually.

THEY DO THIS ON PURPOSE!!!! The whole system is rigged to make people miss filing deadlines so they don't have to pay benefits! I had this EXACT same problem in November and missed my filing window because of it. Had to appeal and wait 6 WEEKS for a determination. PA UC is completely broken and they don't care because they save money every time we can't file properly.

have u tried using a different browser? sometime it works better in firefox or edge than chrome for me

UPDATE: Just checked the PA UC Twitter account and they've acknowledged a system issue with filing dates that's affecting some claims. They say they're working on a fix and recommend people keep trying or use the phone system. They also extended the filing window by 3 days for those affected.

Just wanted to follow up - were you able to file successfully? The PA UC website is showing the issue has been resolved as of this morning.