Can I remove a contribution from my return?

sthuet54 — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:30:36 GMT

I accidentally marked a voluntary contribution on my 2023 return, but I want to remove it before filing. How do I remove it?

Re: Can I remove a contribution from my return?

MonikaK1 — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:49:48 GMT

It depends. What type of voluntary contribution did you make?

If you are referring to a voluntary charitable contribution elected on a state tax return, go back to the State section and select Edit next to the state return you need to change. Go to Other Situations - this is typically where you will find the State elections to make donations. Select that you want to Edit or Revisit the contributions and you can change your answer.

If you have a 401(k) or TSP through your employer, your contribution is reported in Box 12 of your W-2 with the letter code D.

If you made an allowable voluntary after-tax contribution to your employer's 401(k), that wouldn't have a tax consequence for the current year.

This TurboTax tips article has more information about saving for retirement.

topic Can I remove a contribution from my return? in Retirement tax questions

Can I remove a contribution from my return?

Re: Can I remove a contribution from my return?