Form 1040 line 12c (sum of line 12a Standard deduction and 12b Charitable contributions if you take the standard deduction) is empty in PDF file generated by TurboTax. However, line 14 (sum of 12c and 13) is correct. The problem persists in Home and Biz CD/downloadable for Windows with the latest update 2/2/22. In which format does IRS receive eFiled return from Turbo Tax?
The IRS receives an electronic file with your tax return information. The PDF version is for your records only.
To resolve the issue with a blank Line 12b on your Form 1040, please review these instructions from @DaveF1006, especially step #6:
If you are unable to itemize, then follow these instructions to claim the $600 Charitable Cash Contributions under Cares Act. You can claim this amount if you are unable to itemize your deductions in 2021. You resolve this by first clearing out all donations in the deductions and credits section of your Turbo Tax return.
If you are working in Desktop first remove all charitable donations as described above. After this is done, perform the following steps while you are working in the deductions and credit section.
The IRS receives an electronic file with your tax return information. The PDF version is for your records only.
To resolve the issue with a blank Line 12b on your Form 1040, please review these instructions from @DaveF1006, especially step #6:
If you are unable to itemize, then follow these instructions to claim the $600 Charitable Cash Contributions under Cares Act. You can claim this amount if you are unable to itemize your deductions in 2021. You resolve this by first clearing out all donations in the deductions and credits section of your Turbo Tax return.
If you are working in Desktop first remove all charitable donations as described above. After this is done, perform the following steps while you are working in the deductions and credit section.