If you are entering Social Security benefits, they are not reported on Form 1099-R. Therefore, you do not need a Federal ID number.
Social Security benefits are reported on Form SSA-1099. Go to Federal > Wages and Income > Retirement Plans and Social Security > Social Security (SSA-1099, RRB-1099) and click Start to enter your information.
Also, be sure to delete the unfinished Form 1099-R.
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