line 2d of section VIII - that is an input cell .... assuming you are not taking the AOC credit, it appears this should be the same amount in both columns. just type it in. that should eliminate the regular tax and the penalty.
I was able to replicate what you were stating in your thread. HOWEVER, I did note that the form is not complete for filing purposes (using the desktop version and the red exclamation point is evident) and the tax law changes effected in late December are not reflected in the form yet.
So it is possible that your issue related to the forms not being completed yet.
note @Hal_Al 's advise earlier (really the same as I state):
If you some reason, you are not eligible for the tuition credit, or do not want to claim it;
Go through the education section again. When you get to the screen that says “Here’s your Education Summary”. Click edit next to “Education Information”. When you get to the screen titled “Amount Used to Calculate Education Deduction or Credit”, verify the amount you want to use or change it.
