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January 26, 2026
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My 1099r form does not have a distraction code. What do I do?

  • January 26, 2026
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I took out a hardship on my 401k. The 1099r form provided to me does not have a distribution code in box 7. I have not idea if there are elections or not. How do I know what yo put or if there are exceptions or not?

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VolvoGirl
Level 15
January 26, 2026

Could it be code 7 in box 7?   Code 7 is the most common code and is the same as the box number.   Otherwise you need to get the code and may a corrected 1099R from the plan.   Why did you take it out?