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How to I resolve the error "You have exceeded the maximum number of import attempts. Your access is blocked. Please enter your W-2 information manually."

Doing a second return to confirm numbers for the first.  Receive error on importing my W2.
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DawnC
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How to I resolve the error "You have exceeded the maximum number of import attempts. Your access is blocked. Please enter your W-2 information manually."

Type your W-2 in manually.   To manually enter your W-2 info:

 

  1. From Tax Home, open or continue your return.
  2. In the search bar, search for W-2.
  3. Select the Jump to link at the top of the search results.
  4. At We'll start with your W-2, select Work on my W-2 and Continue.
    • If you land on the Here’s your W-2 info screen, select Add another W-2.
  5. Leave the employer ID section blank and Continue.
  6. Select Type it in myself and Continue.
  7. Follow the instructions to manually enter your W-2 info.
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