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Level 3
posted Mar 13, 2025 12:02:18 PM

1099-R software issues errors & no Non-qualified distribution option 1099-R's

Seems that one problem is fixed and another one pops up.  Sorry for the long discussion. 

The 1099-R questions have now added the "Was This Distribution From a 403(b) Plan?" but there is no option for "Non-Qualified" distributions so I am back in a circle.  Anyone else have this situation?? 

If I choose "NO" It now tells me I owe in penalties.   These are not 403(b) plans, but "Non-Qualified" taxable annuities that report on 1099-R box 7 code "D".

Was This Distribution From a 403(b) Plan? 
Yes, this is a 403(b) plan
No, it's another type of qualified retirement plan
     In the past I used the amount as RMD and 100% of the distribution is RMD.  This no longer works.  If I put $0 for RMD, It gives me an error saying "type" should not be selected, but if I uncheck it...goes back in the loop "needs review" and back to the "Was This Distribution From a 403(b) Plan?"  I was told this would be fixed last week, but it still has not.  
 
I still had to round out the pennies to get the other 1099-R "RMD" error messages out for my other IRA distributions Online as of today 3-13-23, but that works now. 
     Turbo Tax support made me add the "Expert" option and I cannot "downgrade" now without deleting the entire return and re-entering, which I've already done multiple times per their request to "fix" other software issues.  If I have to re-enter, I might as well try another tax service!  So frustrated with lack of knowledgeable TT support staff.

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Level 15
Mar 20, 2025 2:25:38 PM


@Purtellr wrote:

7-D means it’s money from a annuity that is qualified account


Just did a test 1099-R with a code of 7D in box 7 using the online editions.  Selected Non-Qualified Plan.  The program completed the 1099-R section with no errors.

24 Replies
Expert Alumni
Mar 14, 2025 7:30:27 AM

Please sign up to receive updates here: Why am I getting an error when entering Form 1099-R box 7 code 7D?

 

New Member
Mar 14, 2025 6:17:30 PM

I am having same issue. Stuck in loop. So frustrating!!

Expert Alumni
Mar 14, 2025 6:30:30 PM

The IRS considers any income reported on Form 1099-R as 'Retirement Income'.

 

Go ahead and choose 'Other Qualified Plan'. It's all taxed the same. 

 

As far as RMD goes, you can indicate that 'the entire amount was RMD' and be done with it. 

 

Here's more info on Tax Form 1099-R.

 

@DB775 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Member
Mar 14, 2025 7:09:31 PM

Thanks!

 

This applies even if mine is a fixed monthly distribution and not an RMD?

Level 3
Mar 15, 2025 3:27:47 PM

MarilynG1 -

That is what I originally did.   As of 3-15-25 this still does not work.

 

Apologies, I didn't realize my answer check box didn't show up on your end.  I've already done a screen share with 2 different people at TurboTax on 3-7 and they acknowledged there was a software issue being worked on and should be fixed by 3-10-25.  It apparently is still not fixed.

Level 2
Mar 17, 2025 12:44:05 PM

I have the same issue.....spent an hour on the phone with a support person working from home. He sent me a link for the IRS, thinking it was an IRS problem.   7D is for a Qualified retirement withdrawal...but Turbo Tax won't accept it... Please tell me when it's fixed

Expert Alumni
Mar 18, 2025 7:44:47 AM

If you are using TurboTax Desktop the issue with code 4D and 7D has been fixed. Please make sure you updated the software. You might have to delete and reenter Form 1099-R.

 

For TurboTax Online the fix is expected by the end of the week.

 

@Purtellr 

@carolbogdan2 

@DB775 

Level 2
Mar 18, 2025 11:04:17 AM

I removed both of my 1099=R   and entered them again; they won't pass the review.  Only one has a minimal amount in box 2a ($103.76). The program thinks they are duplicates. They are NOT duplicates,   they both are from a Qualified plan per Met Life; that is;; why I have 7D in box 7

 

there was no Non-qualified option to choose, so I chose from another qualified plan..what am I supposed to do on the page?

Expert Alumni
Mar 18, 2025 1:26:01 PM

Are you using TurboTax Desktop or TurboTax Online?

 

@Purtellr 

Level 2
Mar 19, 2025 6:26:08 AM

Hello, I'm using an online version of Turbot Tax that I get via USAA that gives me 20% off.....where this version is hosted I have no idea

Returning Member
Mar 19, 2025 6:31:19 AM

I apologise for the frustration this software behavior has caused.  This is a known issue, and there is a workaround.

 

In the 1099-R entry, if forced to choose between 403b and another qualified plan, go ahead and pick "another type of qualified plan" (even though it is not).  If forced to enter RMD information, put some number.

 

Once the 1099-R has been entered, go to "complete check/review."  Press the blue button next to something like "answers to review."  Do NOT press the blue button that specifically mentions the 1099-R distribution.

 

In the review screens, delete any numbers in the RMD text boxes, and choose "No entry" radio button for type of account.  Untick the "Yes RMD" box if offered.  These steps should clear your error.  Be sure to review your 1099-Rs, 1040, and 5329 (if applicable) carefully before filing to ensure everything is being reported as intended.


The review may or may not still show some alert related to the distribution; however it should not prevent filing.

Level 2
Mar 20, 2025 8:55:00 AM

Turbo Tax online via USAA offer

Level 2
Mar 20, 2025 8:59:03 AM

Still not accepted by IRS.    Waiting till Monday 3/24

Level 3
Mar 20, 2025 9:29:46 AM

Sorry to hear that.  Guess I'll have to wait as well seeing I'm using the online version. 

Returning Member
Mar 20, 2025 1:21:46 PM

what does Distribution Code 7D on Form 100-R mean

Level 2
Mar 20, 2025 1:25:34 PM

7-D means it’s money from a annuity that is qualified account

Level 2
Mar 20, 2025 2:00:07 PM

I’m feeling your pains.   

Level 3
Mar 20, 2025 2:20:10 PM

Per the standard 1099-R form, Box 7:  code 7 and code D. 

Box 7. The following codes identify the distribution you received: 

Code 7 = Normal distribution

Code D =Annuity payments from nonqualified annuities that may be subject to tax under section 1411. (1411 NIT-Net Investment Income tax for income over 250K there is a 3.8% additional tax imposed.)

**You can see the box codes for the 1099-R's on the IRS website if you don't have them listed on the back side of your 1099-R's.   go to  " https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1099r.pdf  " Hope that helps. 

The Code "D" is what is causing the TurboTax software issues I was having. Hopefully it will be fixed by Monday.  

Level 15
Mar 20, 2025 2:25:38 PM


@Purtellr wrote:

7-D means it’s money from a annuity that is qualified account


Just did a test 1099-R with a code of 7D in box 7 using the online editions.  Selected Non-Qualified Plan.  The program completed the 1099-R section with no errors.

Level 3
Mar 20, 2025 3:08:56 PM

Yeah!!  Looks like this actually worked.  I did have to delete and re-enter the 1099-R's and I kept the rounding to even dollars just in case that is still an issue.  Thanks for the update!  

Level 3
Mar 20, 2025 3:12:11 PM

It finally works online after deleting and re-entering the 1099-R's but I won't actually be filing until next week.  Let's hope the fix stands.  Good Luck.

Level 2
Mar 20, 2025 3:14:03 PM

You’re saying it passed the program review.  But don’t know if IRS will accept it yet 

Level 3
Mar 20, 2025 3:26:15 PM

Correct.  

New Member
Mar 24, 2025 12:52:00 PM

When I import the file for the Annuity, box 7 has 7D entered, which shows up as Annuity payments from nonqualified annuities. There is no option for defining it as a qualified account plan.

When doing the MN State program, it is hung up on having me Select the type of pension.

None of the above (9 choices) doesn't work.

TurboTax needs more information about it.