I got this error when I tried to e-file my federal return. Apparently the workaround is to file by mail. As long as the excess deferral is the only problem the software found, you should be fine to file by mail. Here's the official post stating the workaround: <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/4698409-excess-401-k-contribution-preventing-e-file">https://ttlc....>
