KathrynG3
Expert Alumni

After you file

Tax Topic 151 means that your return is under review. There is something on the return that is being disputed, such as which credits were claimed. 

 

The IRS will contact you by letter. While waiting for the Notice, to see more about why this is happening, create or login to your account at the IRS here: View Your Tax Account.

 

For more information, see: IRS: Topic No. 151 Your Appeal Rights.