I keep getting reject code IND-517-01. It has something to do with dependents and filing. How do I fix this?

Most of the time this rejection occurs when you try to claim a dependent, but that person has filed a tax return and didn’t indicate that they can be claimed as a dependent.

 

Less commonly, you can get reject IND-517-01 if you entered your dependent's Social Security number incorrectly or if someone filed a fraudulent return using your dependent's Social Security number.

 

First, verify that you entered your Social Security number correctly:

1. Sign in to your account and select the Fix my return button.
2. At the Let’s fix your returns and then refile page, select My Info on the left-hand menu. Don’t select the Fix it now button.
3. On the Personal info summary screen, compare your dependent's SSN to the number on their Social Security card.
   • If it's wrong, select Edit to fix it. Answer the questions until you get to the Now let's gather [dependent]'s Social Security number screen. When you’ve updated the number, select Continue and you’ll be finished.

Next, follow the set of instructions (I, II, or III) that apply to your situation.

 

I. Your dependent's SSN was incorrect (you had to fix it)

II. Your dependent's SSN was entered correctly, you know the person you want to claim, and you still want to claim your exemption

III. Your dependent's SSN was entered correctly, and you know your dependent didn't file a return or indicate they couldn't be claimed as a dependent

 

TurboTax Online instructions for E-file reject IND-517-01

Can someone please provide the text to the 3rd set of instructions (III)?  My account is not authorized to click through to the answer.

 

My return was rejected with IND-517-01.  I know that a fraudulent return was filed for my dependent and we already called IRS.  How can I fix the rejection?  

I used the Turbotax desktop version.

 

Thank you.

If the child's already been claimed then there's nothing you can do to fix it. You're only option is to print, ink sign and mail the return in.