If the IRS rejected because of a missing IP PIN then the IRS database thinks that they sent you a letter with an IP PIN and the will not allow an e-file without it.
Unfortunately, at this time with the IRS partial shut down. The IP PIN recovery tool if it works is the only option other than waiting or printing and mailing.
https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/retrieve-your-ip-pin
Since it it the IRS that rejects, nobody other than the IRS can help.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
