topic How does one avoid the error message "direct debit yes box should not be checked – this is only for e-filed returns"? in After you file

How does one avoid the error message "direct debit yes box should not be checked – this is only for e-filed returns"?

railpax-gmail-co — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:14:22 GMT

I do intend to file a return electronically, so the error message is premature.

Re: How does one avoid the error message "direct debit yes box should not be checked – this is only for e-filed returns"?

Critter-3 — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:20:47 GMT

You cannot e-file a prior year's return best you can't direct debit the balance due either.

Re: How does one avoid the error message "direct debit yes box should not be checked – this is on...

KatrinaLO — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 16:17:01 GMT

You should be able to e-file your tax return now and not see this error message. This issue has been resolved. If you are still seeing this error message, you can try a different browser or clear cache and cookies. Please see the TurboTax FAQ's on how to clear your cache here. To learn how to delete your cookies, please see the TurboTax FAQ here.

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