It is situation specific why some refunds are processed even with Tax Topic 152 and others are delayed with Tax Topic 152.
If the return has been e-filed or mailed and it has been more than 21 days, check your account by creating or logging in to: IRS: View Your Tax Account Information.
Otherwise, for other possible reasons in general, see: Why do some refunds take longer than others?
Where's My Refund? Top 5 Reasons It's Been Delayed - TurboTax Tax Tips & Videos
For information directly from the IRS, see:
