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Returning Member
posted Mar 19, 2024 6:12:43 PM

"Hit a Snag" Unable to finish filing

I cannot complete my taxes because I keep getting this message when I try to Finish and File. 

"Hmm, looks like we hit a slight snag in this section. Let's get you back to your taxes. Make sure your Internet is connected, and then select Try again, refresh your browser, or check back in a few minutes."  

 

I have already cleared cookies, caches, and restarted refreshed serval times over the past four days. 

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23 Replies
Expert Alumni
Mar 20, 2024 7:59:20 AM

This is a known issue and TurboTax is working to solve this as soon as possible.  There is a workaround that has been successful in getting returns e-filed.

 

The issue was resolved by correcting the license/product key. The uninstall / reinstall process does not ask for a product key that was already entered, so you need to open the TurboTax desktop and navigate to either change the product key or activate a new one.

 

Returning Member
Mar 23, 2024 8:41:07 AM

I am using the online version of Turbotax, so this fix is not applicable.  What is the workaround for the online version?

Returning Member
Mar 23, 2024 8:46:10 AM

I am using the online version of Turbotax, so this fix is not applicable.  What is the workaround for the online version?

Expert Alumni
Mar 23, 2024 10:54:41 AM

The issue was resolved by correcting the license/product key. The uninstall / reinstall process does not ask for a product key that was already entered, so you need to open the TurboTax desktop and navigate to either change the product key or activate a new one.

 

@ishvarlal1115 

Returning Member
Mar 24, 2024 1:02:32 PM

For the tenth time, I'm NOT USING THE DESKTOP VERSION.  My issue is with Turbotax Online.

Expert Alumni
Mar 25, 2024 10:20:39 AM

Check to make sure you have a good, strong internet connection. If you are using a vpn, you might need to temporarily disconnect it. Same with anti-virus software. 

New Member
Jan 15, 2025 4:11:05 PM

Having the same issue, on both the desktop and mobile version- it only happens after putting in my Deposit information and it conveniently doesn't give that "snag" error on any other part of filing 

Expert Alumni
Jan 16, 2025 7:13:23 AM
Level 2
Feb 24, 2025 4:27:49 PM

I'm still having this problem regardless of license key - I have spent 3 hours on the phone with Intuit and no one there can figure it out either.  Cleared caches, uninstalled/reinstalled, changed browsers, checked each state form for errors with the representative, updated license number, NOTHING works.  Also, the link shared appears to be broken.

When it comes to input my credit card number for the Audit Defense (free) or the State e-file, the credit card info box never even comes up - just an error message that says "Oops, we've hit a snag".  I need to file!  Please help!!!

New Member
Feb 24, 2025 6:55:05 PM

same thing here 

any help ?? 

New Member
Feb 25, 2025 8:45:35 AM

Having same problem for 3 days straight. Called support. Person said "some users are having this problem" "no fix at this time". By some users, wonder if she meant the people who have tried on line filing and credit card entry. Turbo Tax needs to be more forth coming and quit wasting our time.

Expert Alumni
Feb 25, 2025 9:11:28 AM

Please call Customer Service and tell them you have a "block payment issues, possibly due to billing or an invalid license" and the agent should be able to help you. Here is how you reach customer service:  Turbo Tax Customer Service 

New Member
Feb 26, 2025 6:21:26 AM

Found an answer. Go to HELP on Turbo tax menu. Use pay by phone option and call the help phone number. You will see serial number pop up like1-1-9999 to give to them. They will take you info and give you a confirmation number to enter. If you are not eligible for a free state return you will have to pay $25 for the confirmation number. Saved me a lot of frustration!!!

New Member
Mar 12, 2025 9:44:39 AM

I was able to call the number under the pay by phone feature. The agent gave me a number to enter and it went through. We had to try 2 different ones, she said there were 2 systems they were working in. The whole process only took 10 minutes. 

New Member
Mar 20, 2025 11:19:33 AM

What are you supposed to change the product key to?  Or how do you activate a new one w/o purchasing another copy?  Mine is all being done online btw. 

Expert Alumni
Mar 21, 2025 12:02:16 PM

We'd love to help you complete your tax return, but need more information. Can you please clarify your question?

New Member
Mar 21, 2025 3:52:56 PM

When trying to file taxes online it gives you the option to either pay with credit card or take out of your refund if you get one.  Regardless of the option I chose I get the error message back saying "we hit a snag - try again later"  This has been going on for over a week. 

Expert Alumni
Mar 23, 2025 7:59:56 PM

The 'hit a snag' error sounds like a connectivity issue.

 

Here's How to Turn Off Anti-Virus Programs, which may resolve your issue.

 

Also, if you're using TurboTax Online, be sure to clear your Cache and Cookies first.

 

@thurm33 

New Member
Apr 12, 2025 2:24:24 PM

Same issue.   No help at all 

New Member
Apr 12, 2025 2:57:01 PM

Call and pay by phone ask for a manager because some personnel don’t know about that 

New Member
Apr 13, 2025 4:04:31 AM

The workaround is to contact turbo tax customer service and ask for the download version and click continue working from online.  The online version can be continued on the download and comes with a license code already attached. You would have to have a desktop or laptop computer to do the download. 

New Member
May 28, 2025 5:39:00 PM

I did this and it didn’t work. It said I had a connectivity issue.  :( 

Employee Tax Expert
Jun 2, 2025 3:36:41 PM

Can you clarify what you are trying to do so we can assist you?  

 

@BarryBipolar