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February 20, 2021
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Error- retired with no W2

  • February 20, 2021
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I'm receiving an error because I don't have a w2 (retired). I have rechecked that I don't have any w2s, created a fake one just to delete it and still can't get past it. PLEASE HELP I've never had an issue like this with TurboTax. This is a HORRIBLE bug

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    fanfare
    Level 15
    February 21, 2021

    what happens when you click EDIT/UPDATE W-2 ?

    You should see a trash can, or delete button.

     

    What is the error message ?

    Level 2
    February 21, 2021

    After I delete my w2 it appears that it’s been deleted. Then I go to recheck my errors and they still pop up- line 9 no income but I’ve added in social security. What gives?

    bluedeb
    Alumni - Champ
    Alumni - Champ
    February 22, 2021

    @vampirefish  Have you tried switching to Forms Mode, to see if there is a W-2 Worksheet or something about a W-2.  You can delete the form in Forms Mode.

     

    How do I switch to Forms Mode in the TurboTax for Windows software?

    To switch to Forms Mode, open your return and click the Forms icon in the upper-right corner of your screen (or choose Forms from the View menu at top).

     

    The 1040 Worksheet will display and all the forms in your return will be listed on the left side. Simply select a form to open it.

     

    To switch back to the interview, click the Step-by-Step icon in the upper right corner, or choose it from the View menu.

    Tips

    • In Step-by-Step mode, you can view the underlying tax form by clicking Show Relevant Form near the bottom of your screen. Not all screens will have this, only those where the input relates directly to a tax form.
    • It's OK to switch to Forms Mode if you want to look at a form or two, but constantly toggling back and forth between Forms Mode and Step-by-Step has been known to cause problems and data corruption.
    Level 2
    April 6, 2023

    how and where do i enter w2 information  form i have is csa 1099r

    Level 15
    April 6, 2023

    @johngarnhart 

    If you do not have a W-2 for 2022:

     

    If an old employer or old W-2 transferred over from last year, you can delete that employer or W-2 in Federal>Wages & Income and tell the software that you do not have any W-2's.

     

    To enter your retirement income, Go to  Federal> Wages and Income>Retirement Plans and Social Security>IRA  401 k) Pension Plan Withdrawals to enter your 1099R.

    **Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**