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posted Jan 30, 2021 3:19:19 PM

I keep getting an error saying I need to fill in the schedule C box. I follow the instructions to review my 1099-NECs but keep getting the error I have answered all the questions and filled all of the

Boxes. It won’t allow me to file and shows a blank box for schedule c

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Expert Alumni
Feb 1, 2021 5:54:58 PM

If your return does not include a Schedule C, then TurboTax is trying to get you to fix, this issue.

 

Any income reported on Form 1099-NEC is not reportable directly on your tax return. Since this type of income is considered self-employment (non-employee compensation) it must be linked to a Schedule C, even if there are no expenses being claimed. 

 

To add a Schedule C so your 1099-NEC can be linked:

  1. Open or continue your return in TurboTax
  2. In the Search box type schedule c and click the Jump to link in the search results.
  3. Answer Yes to Did you have any self-employment income or expenses?
  4. Follow the onscreen instructions.

 

The information required for the Schedule C will include the type of business, the business name (or your name if there is no specific business name), the business address (or your address), etc.