Reject codes are changing as the IRS and states move to a new way of processing returns known as MeF (Modernized E-Filing). We will continually update our lists as the codes are sent to us. Please view the list below for reference purposes. You can also look in your account at the “Show Details” link on the Welcome Back page for further information.
Reject Codes effective as of January 1, 2012:
Reject Code | How to Fix |
R0000-500 | To correct the SSN or Name entered on your return, select Basic Information from the navigation bar at the top of the page >> Personal Information. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
R0000-902 | The IRS is stating that they have already processed and accepted a Federal return for the current year with the Primary Taxpayer's SSN on the return, essentially rejecting the Federal return as a duplicate submission. When this code is received, it is highly recommended to contact the IRS at (800) 829-1040 immediately to verify if a Federal return has been filed using the Primary SSN. The IRS will require that if you receive this particular code, you must print, sign, and mail your return for processing as you will be unable to e-file your return. |
FW2-502 | The IRS is stating that the EIN provided for your employer on your W-2 does not match their records. If you have more than one W-2, please double check each EIN entered into your account to what is shown on the W-2's received from your employers. To correct the Employer EIN, select Federal Section from the navigation bar >> Enter Income Myself >> Wages and Salaries >> Edit next to the W-2 entered and make any necessary corrections. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
FW2-505-01 | You must contact your employer and obtain the EIN used in the tax year. To correct the EIN number in your account, select Federal Section from the navigation bar >> Enter Income Myself >> Wages and Salaries >> Edit next to the W-2 entered. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
R0000-503 | The IRS is stating that the Spouse's name or SSN listed in the return does not match their records. To correct the Spouse's SSN or Name entered on your return, select Basic Information from the navigation bar at the top of the page >> Personal Information. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
R0000-504-01 | The Dependent SSN listed does not match the Name as reported to the IRS by the Social Security Administration. To correct the SSN or Name entered on your return, select Basic Information from the navigation bar at the top of the page >> Dependents/Qualifying Person. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. If you feel this is in error, please contact your local Social Security Office to verify and correct the information. The Social Security Administration updates the IRS records every ten days. |
R0000-507-01 | A Dependent on your return has already been claimed as a dependent on someone else's return. To remove the Dependent from your return, select Basic Information from the navigation bar at the top of the page >> Dependents/Qualifying Person >> Delete next to the dependent in question. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. If you feel this is an error, the IRS will require that you print your return to paper file. You can print your return through the Summary tab on the navigation bar above, sign, and mail the return for filing. |
IND-031 | This code states that the prior year information (Adjusted Gross Income or PIN number) for the Primary Taxpayer does not match IRS records. If you filed a return for the previous year that was accepted prior to October 15th (no matter where you filed) go back through the e-file process until you reach the "IRS PIN" screen that is requesting your current and last year information. Under the "Last Year Information" section, select "Yes" followed by selecting the "Click Here" link to obtain an IRS issued e-file signature pin. This will open a new window to the IRS website to retrieve the new pin. Once you receive the IRS issued PIN, you can now enter the IRS issued PIN in the appropriate field in your TaxSlayer account and continue through the e-file process until completed. Do not forget that you are required to also enter a 5-digit PIN in the "Current Year Information" which can be any 5 numerical digits that you wish. If you did not successfully e-file last year (no matter who the provider was) or filed a return after October 15th, you will be unable to retrieve an Alternate PIN from the IRS which means that you will need to answer "No" to having filed a return in the previous year and we will automatically use $0 as your Prior Year AGI. You will still be required to create a new PIN for the "Current Year Information" area and then complete the e-file steps to resubmit your return. |
IND-032 | This code states that the prior year information (Adjusted Gross Income or PIN number) for the Spouse listed on the return does not match IRS records. If the spouse filed a return for the previous year that was accepted prior to October 15th (no matter where they filed) go back through the e-file process until you reach the "IRS PIN" screen that is requesting your current and last year information. Under the "Last Year Information" section, select "Yes" followed by selecting the "Click Here" link to obtain an IRS issued e-file signature pin for the spouse. This will open a new window to the IRS website to retrieve the new pin. Once you receive the IRS issued PIN for the spouse, you can now enter the IRS issued PIN in the appropriate field in your TaxSlayer account and continue through the e-file process until completed. Do not forget that you are required to also enter a 5-digit PIN in the "Current Year Information" for the spouse which can be any 5 numerical digits that you wish. If your spouse did not successfully e-file last year (no matter who the provider was) or filed a return after October 15th, they will be unable to retrieve an Alternate PIN from the IRS which means that you will need to answer "No" to having filed a return in the previous year and we will automatically use $0 as their Prior Year AGI. They will still be required to create a new PIN for the "Current Year Information" area and then complete the e-file steps to resubmit your return. |
SEIC-F1040-535 | To correct the SSN or Date of birth of the dependents entered, select Basic Information from the navigation bar at the top of the page >> Dependents/Qualifying Person. Select Edit to go to the entry screen and make any necessary corrections and Continue to save your changes. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
SEIC-F1040-501 | To correct the SSN or Dependent's Name entered, select Basic Information from the navigation bar at the top of the page>> Dependents/Qualifying Person. Select Edit to go to the entry screen and make any necessary corrections and Continue to save your changes. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
F1040-522 | The date of birth for the Primary Taxpayer does not match the SSN listed on record according to the IRS. Please select Basic Information from the navigation bar followed by Personal Information to review the information entered for the Primary Taxpayers SSN and Date of Birth. If the information shown is correct, you will need to contact your local Social Security Administration and verify the Date of Birth they have for the Primary Taxpayer listed. Make any necessary corrections and resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
F1040-523 | The date of birth for the Spouse does not match the SSN listed on record according to the IRS. Please select Basic Information from the navigation bar followed by Personal Information to review the information entered for the Spouse's SSN and Date of Birth. If the information shown is correct, you will need to contact your local Social Security Administration and verify the Date of Birth they have for the Spouse listed. Make any necessary corrections and resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
F1099R-502-01 | The EIN number listed on the 1099R does not match the name of the payer per the IRS Master File. To correct this information, please select Federal Section from the navigation bar>> Enter Myself >>IRA/Pension and Social Security Benefits >> Edit Next to the 1099-R or RRB-1099-R>> Edit next the 1099R listed >> verify the EIN number listed and the Payer name for accuracy >> make the necessary corrections and CONTINUE to save your corrections. Resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
FW2G-502 | To correct the EIN number on your Form W-2G(s), select Federal Section from the navigation bar above followed by Enter Myself >> Other Income >> Gambling Winnings >> Edit next to the W-2G in question (check all if more than one). Make any necessary adjustments and resubmit your return through E-file on the navigation bar. |
9999 | An update to correct this reject code was released 1/25/2012. Please resubmit your return by selecting and completing the E-file section in your account. |
SEIC-F1040-506-01 | A child listed on your return has already been claimed for EIC purposes on a previously accepted tax return for the current year. You must remove the dependent from your return in order to resubmit by E-file. If you feel this is an error, please print your return by creating a PDF document through the Summary tab on the navigation, sign, and mail the return for filing. |
SEIC-F1040-501-01 | The SSN and name of a dependent listed on Schedule EIC does not match the IRS records for that dependent. If you feel this is in error, please contact your local Social Security Office to verify and correct the information. The Social Security Administration updates the IRS records every ten days. |
IND-510 | The spouse listed on your return is listed as having already filed a tax return for this tax year. You must remove the spouse from your return to resubmit the return by electronic filing. If you feel this is an error, please print your return by creating a PDF document through the Summary tab from the navigation bar above, sign, and mail the return for filing. |
F1040-524 | The Primary Date of Birth must match the Primary SSN as reported by the Social Security Administration. To verify and correct the information, please select Basic Information from the navigation bar above followed by Personal Information. Make your corrections and select "Continue" to save your changes. You will then resubmit your return through the E-file tab of the navigation bar. If you feel this is in error, please contact your local Social Security Office to verify and correct the information. The Social Security Administration updates the IRS records every ten days. |
F1040-525 | The Primary Date of Birth must match the Primary SSN as reported by the Social Security Administration. To verify and correct the information, please select Basic Information from the navigation bar above followed by Personal Information. Make your corrections and select "Continue" to save your changes. You will then resubmit your return through the E-file tab of the navigation bar. If you feel this is in error, please contact your local Social Security Office to verify and correct the information. The Social Security Administration updates the IRS records every ten days. |
F1040-526 | The Spouse's Date of Birth must match the Spouse's SSN as reported by the Social Security Administration. To verify and correct the information, please select Basic Information from the navigation bar above followed by Personal Information. Make your corrections and select "Continue" to save your changes. You will then resubmit your return through the E-file tab also located on the navigation bar. If you feel this is in error, please contact your local Social Security Office to verify and correct the information. The Social Security Administration updates the IRS records every ten days. |
F1040-512 | The Dependent on your tax return is listed as a Primary or Secondary Taxpayer on a previously accepted tax return for the current year. In order to e-file your tax return, you must remove the dependent from your return by deleting the dependent in the Basic Information section of your account. If you feel this is in error, you will need to print, sign and mail your return to the IRS for filing. Print your return through the Summary tab located on the navigation bar above. The dependent will be required to file an amended return to remove their exemption if claimed in error. |
F1040EZ-524 | The Primary Date of Birth must match the Primary SSN as reported by the Social Security Administration. To verify and correct this information, please select Basic Information from the navigation bar above followed by Personal Information. Make your corrections and select "Continue" to save your changes. You will then resubmit your return through the E-file tab. If you feel this is in error, please contact your local Social Security Office to verify and correct the information. The Social Security Administration updates the IRS records every ten days. |
F540-670 | This reject code usually indicates a discrepancy between the withholdings that you are reporting and what has been reported to California. The most common correction for this error is to go to the California State return and select the "Payments" section. Go to "Withholdings from Form 1099" and change the Form Type to "Blank" and delete the "withholdings" you have entered. Select "Continue to Next Step" to save your entries and exit the state return. Resubmit your return through the "Efile" tab. |
IND-181 | The IRS is saying that the 6-digit Identity Theft PIN you were issued is not present on your return. This number must be correct and present on the return. Please go back into your return and select Federal Section >> Miscellaneous Forms >> IRS Identification PIN and enter the 6-digit Identity Theft PIN issued by the IRS. After making the entry, you can resubmit the return again at no additional charge. If you do not have the Identity Theft PIN you were issued, you will need to contact the IRS directly at (800) 829-1040. |