How to Unreconcile a Transaction in Xero
- George Apostolov
How to Unreconcile a Transaction in Xero: step-by-step guide
On Xero's main dashboard, find and open a bank account.
Select the specific transaction you wish to unreconcile.
Following that, click 'Options' at the top-right corner.
Tap 'Unreconcile' to proceed.
Subsequently, click 'OK' to accept the terms and confirm your request.
After completing these steps, the selected Xero transaction in your bank account will be unreconciled instantly.
Quick answer: To unreconcile a transaction in Xero, open the bank account from the main dashboard, select the specific transaction, and click Options in the top-right corner. Next, tap Unreconcile and click OK to confirm the request, instantly unreconciling the selected transaction in your bank account.
About this Xero tutorial
Easily undo reconciled bank transactions in Xero. Select the entry, open options, and confirm to reverse reconciliation instantly. This guide shows how to unreconcile a Transaction in Xero in 6 steps, starting with "On Xero's main dashboard, find and open a bank account" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected Xero transaction in your bank account will b...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Xero interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to unreconcile a Transaction in Xero?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Xero data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Xero. Related guides: How to Unvoid an Invoice in Xero, How to Upload a Bank Statement in Xero and How to Upload Receipts to Xero Folders. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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