Do I have to report a w2 with no income but an amount in box 12a with initial J - or can I put $1 in box 1 so I can e-file?

[LinaJ2018 · Accepted solution]

No, you do not need to include your W-2 with your taxes.  With a code J in box 12, it reflects your short term disability benefits as a nontaxable sick pay event.  Therefore, it is not taxable and nothing needs to be reported.

[LindaBelmont]

If you want to EFile, do NOT put any amount in the W2. Instead, just report $1.00 of interest. It will achieve the same result.

[MD80]

if i skip adding this W2, is there a way to claim the excess FICA tax withholding resulting from this W2?