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cunningj8
Level 2
Mar 3, 2022 9:22 PM UTC
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This return cannot be e-filed by itself

My AR2101 Form became available today and now I'm getting the message that I cannot file my state return.  I keep getting the error "This return cannot be e-filed by itself.  You need to e-file this return at the same time as your federal return.

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    AmyC
    AmyC
    Alumni - Intuit
    Mar 4, 2022 12:39 AM UTC

    Each state has its own set of rules. AR is a piggyback state and must be filed with the federal or after it is accepted.  Please read the rules here. Once your federal is accepted, you should be able to file.

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    cunningj8Author
    Level 2
    Mar 4, 2022 9:17 PM UTC

    Yes i efiled my federal a couple weeks ago, my AR2106 form was not ready at the time and I could not file, the form was ready as of yesterday 3/3/22 and my turbotax program updated it.  I'm now getting this error and TurboTax support tried to help me and could not figure it out. we deleted the state and tried multiple times.  I'm stuck at not being able to e-file what I paid for.

    EbonyA
    Level 13
    Mar 4, 2022 9:45 PM UTC

    In addition to what AMYC has mentioned above, please review this resource. If your issue persists, reply here and we will further assist.

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