Will IRS Process 2020 Electronically if they still have not processed 2019 Paper return?

[Dponc733]

I found out IRS is still working on paper returns for 2019 and mine does not seem to be processed yet. I already mailed my 2020 return because it was rejected due to AGI. What problems would it cause for me to resubmit electronically again when its been mailed already two days ago?  Will they process 2020 before they finish 2019?  or do I have to wait anyway

[Indhawkeye]

I just had the same thing happen on my 2020 Return because the AGI did not match as the IRS never "processed" my 2019 paper return (even though they cashed the check because I owed them a small amount).  

QUESTION: Would the IRS process the return electronically if I re-submitted with 2018 AGI information?  I know they have that amount on file.  Thank you!

[susanjamesb]

I have the same problem. The IRS has not processed my 2019 as of Feb 24 2021. I filed 2020 e-file and on Feb 12 2021 and received my direct deposit Feb 24 2021.  I used 0 as my AGI for the efile after being rejected the first time. This is how i learned my 2019 1040 SR has never been processed. My 2019 was submitted on March 2020. They cashed my check on March 25 2020.   Still waiting on 2019.  Good luck to us all.

[HeatherPLO]

Have you reached out directly to the IRS concerning this matter?  To get to a live agent, please see the instructions below:

Call the IRS:  1-800-829-1040  hours 7 AM - 7 PM local time Monday-Friday

When calling the IRS do NOT choose the first option re: "Refund", or it will send you to an automated phone line.  

So after first choosing your language, then do NOT choose Option 1 (refund info).  Choose option 2 for "personal income tax" instead.

Then press 1 for "form, tax history, or payment".   

Then press 3 "for all other questions."

Then press 2 "for all other questions." 

- When it asks you to enter your SSN or EIN to access your account information, don’t enter anything.  

- After it asks twice, you will get another menu.

Then press 2 for personal or individual tax questions.

It should then transfer you to an agent.

You can also contact your local IRS office.  See this IRS website for local IRS offices - http://www.irs.gov/uac/Contact-Your-Local-IRS-Office-1

Or, you may want to contact a Taxpayer Advocate in your area.  See this IRS website for Taxpayer Advocate in your area and a toll-free number - http://www.irs.gov/Advocate/Local-Taxpayer-Advocate