Problem getting $250 cash contribution accepted.

[jhbauman]

I see many are having their cash contribution entries rejected.  My problem seems a bit different. from those I've reviewed.  The majority of my contributions are as QCDs through my IRA.  I also made $250 in contributions that were not from the IRA. I entered all contributions as donations to charity.  This means that line 10a on 1040 is far in excess of $300.  Error fix only allows a $300 entry for 10b, even though $250 is all I can legally deduct.  .Will appreciate help.

[MaryM428 · Accepted solution]

Here is the workaround for that issue:

1. Click Deductions and Credits
2. Go through the screens until you come to Wrap Up Tax BreaksI

  if the standard deduction is chosen you will see a screen that asks Any Charitable Contributions?
3. Make sure that $250 and then click Continue
4. Click Lets Keep Going

Now the $250 will appear on Line 10B
 

[jhbauman]

Thanks.  Problem solved!