EIN Number

[franklemus3]

Form 1099-NEC asks for Payer's EIN or SSN.  The SSN has been entered but an error occurs when attempting to file electronically because Payer's EIN was not entered.  This payer only has a SSN.  How can I get the forms electronically filed?

[RobertB4444]

When you entered the 1099-NEC form it asked you how the payer's federal ID number was formatted.  It gave you two choices - 'xx-xxxxxxx' or 'xxx-xx-xxxx'.  You need to go back to the 1099-NEC that you entered and then - when you come to that question - choose the second option.  That way the system will know that you received your 1099-NEC from a social security number.

@franklemus3 

[wondermike]

i filled in the SS information correctly but it still is asking for EIN number

[DianeW777]

It's important not to enter any dashes. Double check that by using the delete key and then entering just the number.  Before you do that please clear any debris just in case. 

In this situation, first please try clearing the cookies and cache.   It handles many issues that seem nonsensical on a regular basis with online activity. 

• Close your TurboTax return first.

Watch to be sure you are selecting 'all time' as example.  Do not use selections like 'last hour' for those browsers that give  you options.

• How to clear your cache

Once this is complete open your return and try again.

If you are using TurboTax Desktop, save your return, then at the top select Online, then Check for updates.