What is a 1099 Information Schedule and why do i need one?

when trying to finish my state tax it said i could not e-file because i needed a W-2 and 1099 Information Schedule. i do not know what that is or what is used for. i tried to look it up but found multiple types of 1099 forms and i'm not sure which of these i need. also it doesn't say why i need it.

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You may not need this form but your state may not be accepting returns (including this form) because your state's income tax forms are not currently available for filing.

Some state (like MA) will indicate that a certain form is needed (even though you personally do not need it) because it is a form that is automatically included with the state's income tax return filing. If this form is currently not available, then no one will not be able to file until it is available.

Please see the below information related to state tax form availability.

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