Only last name presents in upper box in CA 540 form

I printed my CA state tax return 540 and found out that only the last name present in the upper box. I will need to submit state tax return by mail. will it be an issue?

like this post: https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/taxes/discussion/full-name-not-present-on-subsequent-pages-form-540-california-state-tax/00/2970808
Thanks in advance!

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Expert Alumni

Mar 4, 2025 9:22:15 AM

Your last name and social is all that is necessary. You can add your first name with a pen if you want to; but, it isn't necessary.

Expert Alumni

Mar 4, 2025 9:22:15 AM

Your last name and social is all that is necessary. You can add your first name with a pen if you want to; but, it isn't necessary.

Level 2

Mar 4, 2025 9:25:22 AM

thank you Amy!

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Only last name presents in upper box in CA 540 form