A PJ box 7 code requires an amended 2017 tax return to report it as 2017 income. Only the box 2a amount would be taxable (any earnings) , not your own contribution (box 1 plus earnings).
If you are over 59 1/2 then on the "Lets see if we can lower your tax bill" enter the box 2a amount in the "Another Reason" box to eliminate the 10% early withdrawal penalty on the earnings.
Amended returns can only be mailed. It is suggested that it be mailed certified with return receipt (or other tracking service) to verify that the IRS receives it.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1894381-how-to-amend-change-or-correct-a-return-you-already-filedhttps://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3288565You can check the status of the amended return here, but allow 3 weeks after mailing.
https://www.irs.gov/filing/individuals/amended-returns-form-1040-x-/wheres-my-amended-return-1
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
