1099-R generated Form 5329, I am 67+, should not have 10% penalty.

[blee64]

2020 form 1099-R for 2019 roth contribution reversal
Form 1099-R gross distr: $8900, taxable amt: $1900, distr codes: PJ

I am amending 2019 tax return for above roth contribution reversal.
Received the 1099-R Jan 21, 2021.
TurboTax created form 5329 for additonal tax of $190 (10% on Early Distribution for people less than 59 1/2 years old.)
I am currently 67+.
What do I need to do in TT to correct this form 5329 tax penalty issue?

[VolvoGirl]

New help article for getting the 10% penalty
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/why-do-i-still-get-10-penalty-on-the-withdraw-of-m...

[macuser_22 · Accepted solution]

Unfortunately a code J means you are under age 59 1/2 but for a return of contribution the J is required to specify that it is a Roth.

That is the consequence of the IRS using code J for two unrelated things.

If you are over 59 1/2 then on the "Lets see if we can lower your tax bill" enter the box 2a amount in the "Another Reason" box to eliminate the 10% early withdrawal penalty on the earnings.

[blee64]

macuser_22  -- Thank you so much.  This fixed the problem.

You are so the expert!!

-blee64