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Level 2
March 10, 2026
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E-file rejection: How to resolve error code F1040-478

  • March 10, 2026
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Here is a description of the error: If Form 1040, 'IRADistributionRolloverInd', 'IRADistributionQCDInd' or 'IRADistributionOtherInd' is checked, then 'IRADistributionsAmt' or 'TaxableIRAAmt' must have a non-zero value. What needs to be done: This return cannot be filed at this time due to a processing error that will be corrected on March 13, 2026. On or after this date, open the rejected return, review it for errors, and resubmit the return for electronic filing.

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Level 2
March 10, 2026

I received a similiar message but it did not inform that a fix would occur.  F1040-478 - If Form 1040, 'IRADistributionRolloverInd', 'IRADistributionQCDInd' or 'IRADistributionOtherInd' is checked, then 'IRADistributionsAmt' or 'TaxableIRAAmt' must have a non-zero value.    

 

The issue is that the 4a (IRA) rollover box is checked and should not be, I can't figure out how to uncheck it, while my 5a (pension) rollover box is also checked, which is correct.  I will try wiaiting until Mar 13 and see if this issue will be resolved as shown in your message.

 

Can you confirm if your 1040- lines 4a and 5a rollover boxes are checked?

Level 2
March 10, 2026

I got the same message after trying to fix it a few times.

CatinaT1
Level 15
March 11, 2026

This should all be corrected during this weeks update. Try again on Friday.

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Level 2
March 11, 2026

Thank you @CatinaT1. Do I need to change anything or ensure certain check boxes are selected, or should I resubmit keeping everything the same

Level 2
March 11, 2026

Why does Turbo Tax not publish a list of known errors (codes etc.) and status.  I spend HOURS last week trying to solve this issue F1040-478 with no success.  Finely on Tuesday I found the issue in the Community.  Not sure Turbo Tax is keeping its customers best interests in mind.