AlanT
Expert Alumni

Get your taxes done using TurboTax

Yes, this is the reason why your return is being rejected.  

In order to fix the problem, two things must occur.

1. Your daughter-in-law must file an amended income tax return (see the FAQ below for instructions) to check the box that someone can claim her spouse as a dependent.

2.  You must, unfortunately, file your income tax return by mail to include your son as a dependent.  

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