in forms mode you also wouldn't enter anything on line 20 code Z. rather below that is a line 20z that says it;'s for the 199A info, click the quickzoom link to enter the 199A info
in step mode
don't enter anything in box 20 coded z for QBI
continue on in Turbotax
you see a question Does your K-1 have a code Z in box 20
answer yes
answer the questions on the next page to the extent they apply then continue
now you should be on a page that says we need some information about your 199A income
check the line that says it has a business income or loss this is for the QBI income/loss. you see more lines open up so you can enter the loss on the rental income line
check other lines and enter amounts as applicable.
with a rental activity you'll probably have a number for the UBIA line
No more error
see how Turbotax can confuse users. that 20Z for line 20 shouldn't be there (I think(
