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title: "Does changing reporting categories and GL codes impact historical data?"
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updated: 2026-06-02T16:34:07Z
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# Does changing reporting categories and GL codes impact historical data?

## Questions

- Does changing the name of a reporting category affect my historical data?
- Can I adjust the GL code of a reporting category without impacting historical data?

## Solution

Adjusting the name or GL code of a [reporting category](/v1/docs/set-up-and-manage-reporting-categories-and-gl-codes) will impact historical data. The reporting category's new name or code will be reflected in your reports immediately.

## Learn more

[Create your reporting categories](/v1/docs/set-up-and-manage-reporting-categories-and-gl-codes)

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