This is where the "Refund-O-Meter" can be problematic and should not be looked at until all tax information is entered in the program and the return has passed the review tab.
One cannot pick and choose which things they want to add or subtract from a return depending on the way it affects the bottom line. If you are eligible for the QBI deduction then you cannot choose to leave it out even if it affects any credits you are eligible for.
