At the screen You've got a standard mileage deduction, did you click Yes, I'd like to see if my actual expenses give me a bigger deduction? You have to elect actual expenses before you are given the section 179 option.
Perhaps you do not qualify for section 179 because you are already reflecting a net loss for the self-employment activity?
See this TurboTax Help.
The deduction cannot be more than your earned income (net business income and wages) for the year.
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