The only way to fix the EIC issue would be to not claim it and have a tax liability. The program really wants you to claim all that you are entitled. To not claim the EIC, you would have to say that you are not qualified and you don't want to do that.
EIC is based on income and age, dependents may play into the credit. Since your k-1 has SE tax, you are actively involved in the business. My guess is that you had lower income this year and it triggered the EIC.
EIC is a refundable credit, it is not limited to the tax liability so this could be an odd happenstance that they match.
When you mail your return, be sure to use tracking to ensure its safe arrival and protection of your information.
Reference: Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) | Internal Revenue Service
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