efile rejection code IND-517-02

[llclark25]

Efile rejected due to other taxpayer filing separate return and claiming themself when they should have marked box of being dependent of another.  That taxpayer has now filed superseded/amended return to correct their original filing.  Can rejected return now be resubmitted for efile?

[CatinaT1]

Unfortunately no. You will need to file a paper return because there is no way to get around the e-file system once your dependent has already filed and claimed themselves.  Paper file your return with your dependent included.

This article will give instruction on how to print and mail your return.

[llclark25]

Thank you. The notification I received from TurboTax did say it could be resubmitted by obtaining an IRS PIN.  Here is what it said:

”To electronically file with this duplicate condition, an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) will be required. If you wish to get an IP PIN and you don't already have an account on IRS.gov, then you must register to validate your identity”

[CatinaT1]

Oh, that must be new. I've never seen that before.  You can get an Identity Protection pin here.  It would need to be for the dependent since they are what is causing the reject. 

I would almost think you'd be better off to file by mail. This would be a good option if you filed and it said someone else had already filed - like in a situation of identity theft. I would wonder if you filing with the IP Pin number would put a fraud indicator on the dependent.

As an alternative, you could remove the dependent, file your return, and then file an amendment adding the dependent.

[llclark25]

Thank you for your suggestions. I went ahead resubmitted with a PIN for the taxpayer whose return was rejected, and this time it was accepted. Hoping there are no further issues.