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posted Apr 4, 2025 8:54:07 AM

e-File failed from Deskto version

When taking the final step to submit my state and federal returns...

Your transmission didn't go through

Transmission failed: Your request was not understood by the e-filing service.  - Invalid XML. cvc-complex-type.2.4.a: Invalid content was found starting with element 'legalName'. One of '{filter]' is expected.. Please verify that your application program is up-to-date.

Looks like we've had a technical hiccup.

Try e-filing again.  If that doesn't work, you can print your return and file by mail.

 

I tried e-filing again. I updated and tried e-filing again.  I consulted the forums here and saw a similar issue from someone last year that suggested changing the AGI to be $0.  Tried that, failed again.  So now I will end up having to print and file my return via USPS - after having paid for the e-filing. After printing for manual filing, I get a message telling me that I've paid to e-file and I should return and e-file later. There appears to be no way, other than this forum, to contact support so I am at a loss.

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Expert Alumni
Apr 4, 2025 10:44:52 AM

You may need to do a manual update. 

 

Try clearing your Cache and Cookies and then try this link instructions.

New Member
Apr 4, 2025 11:19:58 AM

Cache and cookies are for browsers, as I understand it and the link you provided is for Windows and I am using the Mac Desktop version of Home and Business.

Expert Alumni
Apr 8, 2025 10:13:12 AM

Here are some things you can check.

 

Sounds like there may have been problems in the install.  Here are some things to consider.

 

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