# Bugfix to Returns API: Block refunds on requested returns — Shopify developer changelog
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## Bugfix to Returns API: Block refunds on requested returns

As of API version 2024-01, we fixed a bug that had allowed refunds specifically against a requested return. Refunds are blocked on returns with a `REQUESTED` status.

- Learn more about the `status` of a return on [Shopify.dev](https://shopify.dev/docs/api/admin-graphql/2024-01/enums/ReturnStatus#value-requested).
- Learn more about `requesting returns` on [Shopify.dev](https://shopify.dev/docs/api/admin-graphql/2024-01/mutations/returnRequest)
- Learn more about *self serve returns* on [the help center](https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/orders/self-serve-returns)

*Published: January 01, 2024*
Tags: API, Deprecation Announcement
Link: https://shopify.dev/changelog/bugfix-to-returns-api-block-refunds-on-requested-returns

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