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Level 3
posted Jun 4, 2019 4:29:45 PM

Is anyone familiar with why the Transcript is updated with code "846" for 2018 Tax Year, and yet WMR still shows "Received"

2019 - Filed with TT. Have 2018 IRS Transcript with 846 - Refund Issued 2/13/2019, yet no update on WMR as of 2/8/19... Not sure what is going on last year requested DD and all info correct & received chk in mail.

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Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:47 PM

Hey there, whats your cycle code on your transcript, if you don't mind me asking?  If your cycle code ends in a 5 - your a weekly, which means your WMR will update on Saturdays (I'm a weekly as well).  An 846 code is good, that's your refund code!  Thats what you want to see, so congrats!  What has likely happened is that your transcript just updated with that 846 code and you will see movement on your WMR next.  As far as your last year request for DD and then receiving a check, normally things like that only happen because there is a discrepancy on your DD information (routing number, bank acct number, bank name, etc.).  Hopefully that doesn't happen for you this year.  Hope this helps and good vibes!

Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:48 PM

Thank You. Cycle Cpde: 20190605  I have next to the 846 = Refund Issued of 2/13 but no DD. As mentioned WMR no update.  So I was a little shocked.  Weird because my friend filed on 2/4 and WMR updated & will be getting refund 2 days before me when I filed on 2/1

Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:49 PM

Yeah its frustrating to be a weekly, for sure.  Over the years I have learned a lot because of it.  Your friend is likely not a weekly and therefor updates daily.  Also, something to note is that the IRS no longer pulls first in first out batches as it has in the past, its done randomly in "batches"so there is some truth to file date but not like before.  This causes a lot more inconsistency in trying to figure out when and why you were or weren't processed before someone else.  It can be super frustrating.  Just as an FYI, my date is Feb 13th as well.  🙂  I anticipate you will see some movement on your WMR over the weekend and that will give you your date as well.  Hope your DD goes through and you don't have to wait on a check this year.

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:51 PM

@ slp_921 what does it say on wmr

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:52 PM

I filed the same date and was accepted 2/1/19

Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:53 PM

Only "Received"

Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:55 PM

The 846 code is the DD date. The status bar may not change until over the weekend. If your getting a check mailed it will be a week after that that you will receive it

Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:56 PM

Thanks - WMR has not moved. Hopefully, Saturday. Next to "846" have Refund Issued (as mentioned before) of 2/13/2019... Keeping fingers crossed.

Returning Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:58 PM

I filed my return 1/31 and it was accepted within an hour. Today I was able to view my transcripts online with all the info. I don’t get EIC or ACTC. My cycle code is the same, 20190605. To the right of the cycle code it says 02-25-2019.  I see the 846 code on my account transcript, but I also see ‘Return issued 02-13- 2019’ on it, so is that our anticipated DDD? My filing fees have to come out, so mine will stop by SBTPG first... Oh, and the last couple years my info on WMR never made it to the 3rd bar until AFTER I already had my refund!

Level 3
Jun 4, 2019 4:29:59 PM

ConnieRN if the 846 date is usually the ddd date.  If it is direct deposit if it's a paper check it would be a couple of days after that, about a week

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:30:00 PM

20190705

Level 2
Feb 21, 2020 6:49:59 AM

The best way to figure out when you are getting your money or if the IRS has approved you is to take the time to download your transcript on IRS.GOV.

 

Once you download your transcript

 

Go to "record of account transcript" and select 2019

 

Here you will see a bunch of "sh it" Just look for the codes and if you see "846" with refund date, Then you approved and all good.

 

The WMR and IRS.2GO apps seem to move slower especially if you are weekly.

 

The transcript will give you the most informative and most up to date information.

 

 

New Member
Feb 27, 2020 12:03:57 PM

I have an offset and when I call the line it tells me my whole refund will be offseted but when I look on my transcript it shows no other codes after the 846 code saying that it is refunded. 

I am curious does this mean my offset didn't go through. But it also shows that I am a weekly updated person. 

In the past years if I got an offset it shows me the refunded amount that I get back under Refund amount and then the 848 code of who took the rest but not on this one. 

Help if you have any clue as to what it is going on. 

New Member
Mar 2, 2020 10:25:02 PM

Butterlove did you get your refund yet or find out if the offset went through? 

 

If you don't mind me asking what is your offset from?

 

Intuit Alumni
Mar 3, 2020 8:10:50 AM

@Butterlove When the government issues a refund offset, they will mail you an explanatory letter detailing how much and why your refund was offset.  You can also try calling the IRS directly to find out this information.  Go here for tips on reaching a live IRS agent when you call.

Level 2
Mar 6, 2020 6:39:41 PM

Ok..I have a question.  I checked the IRS account transcripts.  846 code 3-11-2020 refund.  Now when I called the TOP number its said there was 3 offsets.  My question is this after ITS issued the 846 refund code and amount..will the offset still occur?  

Expert Alumni
Mar 7, 2020 6:54:43 AM

Most probably. 

The IRS must first approve the refund amount, after which the offset may be paid. 

Level 3
Mar 12, 2020 4:52:08 PM

Hi I have a question. I see 570 code and 971 code with processing date of 2/24/20 . It hasn’t updated since March 2 and has not updated. I’ve received nothing in the mail I filed 1/9/20 my cycle is 20200605 so I know I’m a daily but I have been stuck since February 14 and nothing has changed. When I do call the irs they say a 8 week review but I’m not to sure because I never got a letter and even if so my 8 weeks is about to be up. Can you help

Intuit Alumni
Mar 12, 2020 5:04:21 PM

Once the IRS accepts your federal return, all updates are taken over by them.  The IRS issues refunds, not TurboTax, so unfortunately, there's not much we can do.

 

If you're under a 60-day review and haven't heard anything after 60 days, you will need to contact the IRS again to inquire about the delay.  

New Member
Feb 12, 2023 7:32:31 PM

Hello, so last week Friday my transcript was updated with the 846 code. I called offset line today and it stated that I have an offset and this is AFTER I got my 846 code and DD date. Will they take my refund even though I have the 846 code  Thanks 

New Member
Feb 12, 2023 7:46:31 PM

Same here . I’m confused.

Expert Alumni
Feb 13, 2023 7:47:32 AM

It depends; code 846 is used to notify that the return has been processed and a refund issued.  When your refund is issued, the IRS will determine what amount of offset you have, and your refund will be applied to the offset first.  If your refund exceeds the offset amount, you will receive the remaining balance as a refund.  If your offset exceeds your refund, the refund will be applied to the offset entirely.  The code, however, will still be issued on your transcript to show that a refund was issued  

 

For more information on offsets, see the link below:

 

Refunds are applied to the balance due

 

@JES13