Federal Return - This return has certain forms that can't be e-filed, usually because of tax regulations, so you'll need to print and file by mail.

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January 29, 2024
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JulieS

Level 15

Yes, not all tax returns can be e-filed.

Does the program list any forms below that message?

If it does, respond back with more details so TurboTax can help you further.

If no specific forms are listed, your can print the return and check the forms in it. Follow this link to see which forms can't be e-filed.

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jwest3Author

Level 3

It doesn’t list any forms and when we checked the forms against what couldn’t be e-filed there were none. We e-filed last year with no issues and nothing as changed on my end.

CatinaT1

Level 15

It could be that a form is not yet available for e-filing. Here is an article you can reference that will tell you particular forms availability.

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darchellchandler

Level 2

When can I file

jwest3Author

Level 3

According to TT “2/01/2024” in theory.

SteamTrain

Level 15

@jwest3

ANY AND ALL...there's a Sign-up on this page to let you know when it's fixed:

Why am I getting "return contains forms that can't be e-filed" when all forms are available in TurboTax Desktop? (intuit.com)

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Xuaeder

Level 2

Turbotax in my case is defaulting 1040 to 1040 SR......this form can't be e-filed, but shouldn't default because I'm not a senior over 65. Nothing has changed except the 1040 switch.

SteamTrain

Level 15

@Xuaeder

Has to be something else...the 1040SR can be e-filed.....and is itself exactly the same as the Plain 1040 (but larger type on the printed copy). I've been e-filing the 1040SR ever since it came into existence.

Double-check the date you entered for your birthday (or spouse if married). That date must follow the format mm/dd/yyyy. Don't shorcut any digits....like enter everything Example 02/03/1985

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jwest3Author

Level 3

It’s nothing to do with dates or it being a 1040 or 1040Sr it’s an issue with TT, they are supposed to have to software update tomorrow to resolve this issue though I doubt they do, might look at getting a TT refund and switching to H&R Block, could be months before their developer(s) can fix the issue.

lenelson777

Level 2

Well, it’s now no longer 1/31 and no fix yet….???