Why is there a zero on line 1a of my return when I input W2 information in during the interview process. The total AGI is correct._

[ljphilips27]

This method is not working properly for me in 2025, for the 2024 Form 1040.  I entered the W-2 information for the distribution from a Non-qualified plan in box 1 of the W-2.  I ignored the same amount from box 11 and left it blank, as advised on this site.  I checked the box "Nonqualified pension plan not on my W-2" and showed the full amount from box 1 as a Distribution.  The distribution is properly shown on Schedule 1.

When I tried to efile this return, it requests a state ID number, but won't permit me to type it in.  I then edited the W-2 to input the state and state ID in box 15.  It still comes up as an error.  My only solution was to enter $1 in box 16 of the W-2 as State Wages.  Then I could efile the return.  Any other workaround suggestions?