Your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) amount from last year is used as an electronic signature for this year’s return. This information helps the IRS confirm the identity of the person filing the return. Error codes beginning with “IND-031” and “IND-032” are issued when the AGI entered does not match the information in the IRS e-file […]
Use the e-File and Tax Refund Status webpage to check the status of your own income tax return filed through the TaxAct. Note. If you cannot find your return status: You may be entering the wrong Social Security Number (SSN). The SSN entered should be the primary taxpayer SSN for the return (first SSN listed on Form […]
Use the e-File and Tax Refund Status webpage to check the status of your own income tax return filed through the TaxAct. Note. If you cannot find your return status: You may be entering the wrong Social Security Number (SSN). The SSN entered should be the primary taxpayer SSN for the return (first SSN listed on Form […]
REJECTION CODE F1040-510 Primary Taxpayer Was Claimed As A Dependent on Another Return If your return was rejected because you were claimed as a dependent on another return, double-check the personal information you entered. If your name, SSN, or other data is incorrect, fix the mistake and resubmit your return. See Changing Basic Information (Name, […]
If your federal return is rejected due to Error Code F1040-511 or F1040SSPR-511, then the primary taxpayer is already listed as “Spouse” on a previously filed return with filing status “Married Filing Separate.” If one of the spouses already filed using “Married Filing Separately” as the filing status, the other spouse cannot file a separate […]
Your return will be rejected if your Social Security Number, name, or a number from your Form W-2 was incorrectly typed. Review and correct your personal information by following the steps in Changing Basic Information (Name, SSN, Birthdate) FAQ. Then, repeat the filing steps to resubmit your return. If the correction requires you to print […]
Generally, the IRS will process and issue refunds within 21 days. In some situations, your refund may take longer to be processed by the IRS or your financial institution. The IRS Where’s My Refund? page provides an actual personalized refund date as soon as the IRS processes your tax return and approves your refund. The […]
Reject Codes R0000-504-02, SEIC-F1040-501-02, SEIC-F1040-535-02, SEIC-F1040-536-01 and SEIC-F1040-537-01 If a federal return is rejected by the IRS with rule number SEIC-F1040-501-02, SEIC-F1040-535-02, or R0000-504-02, a child’s name, social security number (SSN), or birth date does not match IRS records. For rejection R0000-504-02, the child was claimed as a dependent; for rejections SEIC-F1040-501-02 and SEIC-F1040-535-02, the […]
Filing your return is just the beginning! There are a lot of different situations and questions that arise after filing a tax return. Below are some of the most common questions that arise after filing. Refund Status After your return has been accepted, you can check the status of your refund on the IRS Where’s […]
As a taxpayer, it is your responsibility to ensure that your tax return has been successfully filed and accepted by the IRS or your state agency. Check your e-file status – Visit our Check E-File Taxes Status FAQ for assistance with our E-File and Tax Refund Status webpage. Track your federal refund – Use the IRS Where’s My Refund? webpage to […]
Checking Your State Return Status Visit the E-File and Tax Refund Status webpage of the tax agency you used to file. Keep in mind that state return acknowledgments may take up to 10 days. Checking Your State Refund Status Visit the State Resources webpage for your state’s tax department. Each state has different processing times, so delays may vary.
Once a return has been submitted electronically, it cannot be stopped. It will be transmitted to the IRS and processed. You will receive an acknowledgement from the IRS indicating the acceptance or rejection of your return, generally within 48 hours after they receive it. If the IRS rejects the return, you can make necessary corrections […]
If your return was rejected with either of the following IRS codes, you did not provide the information necessary to verify your e-filed return: IND-031: The primary taxpayer’s prior-year AGI or Self-Select PIN doesn’t match IRS records. IND-032: The spouse’s prior-year AGI or Self-Select PIN doesn’t match IRS records. For more information on these signature […]
Once the IRS accepts an e-filed return, they do not provide us further information regarding when the refunds are mailed or direct deposited. See Refunds – IRS Questions and Answers for details. Note that any link in the information above is updated each year automatically and will take you to the most recent version of […]
To file a return in TaxAct, you must complete the filing steps from within your return. To file your TaxAct return, go to our File My Return with TaxAct FAQ. After you submit your return, you should receive an email within 24-48 hours indicating that your return has been received by TaxAct and submitted to […]
See the following instructions if you received one of these IRS rejection codes: “FW2-502,” “1099R-502-02,” “F2439-502-01,” or “FW2G-502.” Understanding reject code “FW2-502:” If your return is rejected with this code, the Employer Identification Number (EIN) you entered for a Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement does not match the number in the IRS Masterfile. An […]
If your tax return is rejected because the listed dependent’s Social Security Number (SSN) is being used on another tax return, and you verified that the information you supplied is correct, you will need to file a paper return for this filing season. The rejection could be caused by an error on another taxpayer’s return, […]
If your return was rejected due to Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), your AGI from the prior year doesn’t match the number in the IRS e-file database. Verify that the AGI you’re using is from the original return and not an amended or corrected return. In the event you need to file a corrected return, you […]
To correct error codes for Forms W-2, W-2G, or 1099-R, you need to access the Form again in the TaxAct program and make sure the information you entered is correct. “Form W-2 – Adding,’ Reviewing’ or Deleting” Form W-2G – Entering Gambling Winnings in Program Form 1099-R – Entering Distributions from Retirement Plans The Payer […]
REJECTION CODES IND-512-01, F1040-512, and F1040SSPR-512 Dependent’s (or Qualifying Child’s) SSN Listed as Primary or Secondary SSN on Same or Separate Return. If your return was rejected because your dependent or qualifying child was also listed as the primary or secondary taxpayer on your return or another return, you have two options: Note. Be sure […]
REJECTION CODES F1040-513 and F1040A-513 Spouse Listed as Primary Taxpayer or Dependent on Another Return. If your return was rejected because your spouse’s SSN was listed as the primary taxpayer or dependent on another return, please verify that the Social Security Number entered for the spouse is correct. This information should be the same as […]
Rejection codes that refer to a mismatched name, birth date, or Social Security Number (SSN) indicate that information on Form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return or in the filing steps doesn’t match the IRS e-file database. IRS records are generated by the Social Security Administration, so all names, birth dates, and SSNs should match […]
If the return was accepted Once your return has been accepted, you can no longer make changes to it in the TaxAct program. You must create an amended return in order to make changes to your return. Go to our Form 1040-X – How to Create an Amended Return FAQ for more information. If the […]
REJECTION CODES R0000-507-01 and F1040SSPR-507-01 Dependent Was Claimed On Another Return If your return was rejected because your dependent was claimed on another return, double-check the information you entered for the dependent. If the name, SSN, or other data for the dependent is incorrect, fix the mistake and resubmit your return. If the dependent’s information […]
You can click one of the help topics for common e-filing issues, or click any of the error codes listed. Common e-filing issues: IRS Reject Codes – Name, Birthdate, SSN Mismatch IRS Reject Codes – Self Select PIN/AGI Mismatch IRS Reject Codes – Employer ID Number (EIN) or Payer’s ID Number Ineligible for Self-Select PIN […]
The IRS imposes a limit of five on the number of tax returns that you may file electronically (“e-filing”). This limitation is imposed by the IRS, not by TaxAct. Note: The IRS imposes the five-return limit specifically on electronically filed returns. If you reach the five-return e-file limit, you may submit paper copies of any additional tax returns. […]
