topic Re: IRS Rejection code FW2G-502 in After you file

IRS Rejection code FW2G-502

d_e_lilley — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:59:53 GMT

The e-file of my federal taxes has been rejected twice with code FW2G-502. It keeps coming back rejected even after I did a cut-and-paste of the same EIN and payer information that was filed and accepted in 2020. Also, the error lists all W2G not specifying exactly which one they think is wrong. What can I do, other than print and file manually?

Re: IRS Rejection code FW2G-502

JulieS — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 13:14:04 GMT

You could try clearing the EIN field and typing in the EIN manually. Sometimes when you cut and paste, the number is not read the same way by the software as it is when you type it in.

If your rejection code doesn't have an extension after 502, there is no way to tell which W2G form is being flagged. For example FW2G-502-02 would mean it is the second W2G in the return.

By the way, since you have already submitted your e-file, you have five days to correct the return and get it accepted. Even though this is the deadline day, you have a bit more time to get your return filed.

Re: IRS Rejection code FW2G-502

d_e_lilley — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 13:21:33 GMT

thanks. I'll try typing the EIN directly in forms view. Hopefully that will work

Re: IRS Rejection code FW2G-502

d_e_lilley — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 12:34:56 GMT

Retyping everything by hand in the forms view did not work. My e-file was rejected again with the same error: "FW2G-502 - Form W-2G, 'PayerEIN' must match data in the e-File database". I'm at a loss for what to do next.

Re: IRS Rejection code FW2G-502

MayaD — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:44:53 GMT

If you made sure that the name and EIN match what’s on your W-2G and you’re still being rejected, it could be because:

1. The EIN printed on your form is incorrect. Please contact the W2G Payer and ask for a corrected form.

2. The data at the IRS is wrong. In this case, you'll have to print and mail a paper return.

Re: IRS Rejection code FW2G-502

d_e_lilley — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:04:11 GMT

I have tried all suggestions, nothing works to clear the error. I called the casino that issued the W2Gs and they were of no help. They assured me that the information on their forms was correct. It seems my only option now is to file by mail since I don't have exact details of which W2G entry is wrong, or what part of the payer information doesn't match the IRS database.