Just delete the Schedule C.
Don't delete your business if it closed sometime in 2017. Instead, report the business and make sure you select I sold (or disposed of) my business in 2017 on the Tell us about your business screen.
Otherwise, follow these instructions to delete a business that transferred over from your 2017 return but is no longer owned by you as of January 1, 2017.
Instructions
With your return open, search for this exact phrase: business (schedule c) (include the parentheses) and then select the "Jump to" link in the search results.
Answer Yes when asked if you had (or want to work on) business income and expenses for 2017.
That's right – you'll need to answer Yes, even though it doesn't make sense.
If you're being forced to upgrade to Home & Business or Self-Employed, contact us for further assistance.
When you get to the Business info or Business Summary screen, select Delete next to the defunct business.
Answer Yes to confirm the removal of all business-related forms.
