It's possible that your ex-husband didn't claim the children as a dependent but did include them on the return in order to claim Head of Household status or a child-related credit/deduction.
In any case, you will not be able to e-file your return and include the children's SSN. Print and mail your return. If your ex did claim the children, the IRS will be in touch in order to straighten things out.
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