# Missed Punch Approval A **Missed Punch Approval** process is used by managers to review and authorize the back-dated punch request. This process ensures that the specific criteria are met before proceeding. Click the **Missed Punch Approval** option on the Approvals screen as displayed below:

You will be navigated to the **Missed Punch** screen to approve or reject the pending missed punch requests.

Click **Take Action** on the respective request, then add comments in the Remarks section and click **Approve/ Reject** button as required.

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