Didn't file my original state return, but filed my federal. However, I needed to amend my federal. Is it okay to send an amended state tax return before original?

No, it is not. You need to have a return (either federal or state) accepted before you can send in an amended return. If you tell me what state, I can find a way to get rid of the "amended state return."

Ok thank you! Glad I asked.

Its California.

There is a separate form for amending in California: Schedule X. Go into the CA interview to the part "Other situations". Change a previously filed return. Say NO. You can also delete the Schedule X.