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Returning Member
posted Jan 17, 2022 9:50:05 PM

Can i re-do my 2021 taxes if i accidentally entered my w-2 from 2020 instead of 2021? Can i amend? .

Will i be able to change my w-2 information before its accepted?

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Level 15
Jan 17, 2022 10:19:48 PM

if you entered your 2020 w-2 it is most likely your return will be rejected. this won't occur until after e-filing opens on or about 1/24. until then do nothing. do not change your info until after you get the rejection notice. read it carefully because there can be multiple reasons for rejection. then you can fix your return and re-e-file.

you are not filing an amended return because the original was never accepted.

 

Level 15
Jan 18, 2022 5:21:44 AM

If the incorrect return actually gets accepted for processing there is nothing you can do but wait for the IRS to process the return ... during which they will probably send a letter for asking for an explanation of  the bad information ... at that time you can address the issue.   Do not be in a hurry to amend or otherwise correct this error.   You MUST first see what the IRS will do ... the ball is in their court now. 

Returning Member
Jan 18, 2022 6:46:54 AM

Thank you! 😊 

Returning Member
Jan 18, 2022 6:48:49 AM

Thank you! 😊