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Level 1
posted Feb 10, 2025 8:25:57 AM

Error Code 54

I successfully e-filed my federal 1041. I get an Error Code 54 when I attempt to file my 541 with California State.

 

The Error Code pop-up states that my Turbotax software is not up to date, and that updating the software will solve the problem. Upon checking for updates, I am told that I have the latest version. 

 

I called Turbotax support but the individual kept thinking that I was using an on-line product and needed to clear my cache...

 

Any ideas? Thank you in advance!

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4 Replies
Expert Alumni
Feb 10, 2025 4:56:00 PM

If you are using the Download version there are a few tricks that have worked to clear this error. 

Level 1
Feb 10, 2025 5:45:05 PM

Uninstall and reinstall fixed the problem. Thank you, Nicolle.

 

 

New Member
Mar 1, 2025 11:34:02 PM

I have error code 54. uninstall and reinstall does not work.

Please help

Phuong 

Expert Alumni
Mar 4, 2025 7:15:04 PM

Since we can't know your individual computer/system configuration in this forum, all we can do is pass on what has worked for other users.

 

Since you've tried uninstall/reinstall, are you running as Administrator?  All TurboTax and related files on your C drive?  Anti-virus software turned off? Manual Update?

 

Here's more info on Troubleshooting TurboTax Desktop Issues.

 

If you Contact TurboTax Support the techs can get into your computer to help.

 

@Phuongbinh