State tax filing

Wages can't equal zero. Check this:

1. W2
   1. Box 11: Is it definitely filled in? This is the "key" that tells NY this isn't "normal" work salary.
   2. Box 16: Check Form IT-203, Line 1: If this is zero, but Line 16 is also effectively zero, NY thinks you’ve made an entry error on your W-2.
2. In the New York State portion of the program:
   1. Look for a screen titled "Identify the source of your New York wages" or "W-2 Wage Allocation."
   2. You will likely see the NQDC W-2 listed.
   3. Instead of leaving it at $0, look for the option to allocate by percentage or manually allocate.
   4. The Trick: NY State e-file servers often reject a "0" on the state wage line if the W-2 shows NY. To satisfy the error, some users find they must ensure the "Federal" amount and "New York" amount are reconciled in the Wage Allocation section. If the income was 100% earned/received while a non-resident, it should be allocated to your "Other State" or "Non-NY" column.

If the above fails, go back to your w2 and enter $1 in NY income box 16.