Yes, you can ignore that statement. There is no reason to actually enter the Form 1099-MISC into the software as long as the income is present and it will populate on the appropriate line of Form 1040, from Schedule 1.
The other issue you may be having when you enter it as a 1099-MISC is that this income did not involve work or an intent to 'earn' money. When those questions are answered incorrectly, then it takes you down the wrong interview path. Following the instructions provided will provide the correct results without having to answer questions that do not apply.
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