Do I need to file late SA Tax Return if I wish to pay voluntary class 2 NIC for previous year

Hi, I didn't file my SA Tax Return for 2022/23 because I was new to self-employment and my income was less than £1000. I used the “check if you need to send a Self Assessment tax return" tool and it said I did not need to send a Self Assessment tax return. I just completed my SA Tax Return 2023/24 and I was given the option to pay voluntary class 2 NIC this year. What can I do if I wish to pay voluntary class 2 NIC for the previous year? Do i need to file a late SA Tax Return for 2022/23 and will there be a penalty for the late tax return filing? Thank you

Hi,
Please see the following link:
Pay voluntary Class 2 National Insurance contributions if you do not pay through Self Assessment
Thank you