Why’s it say I can’t submit my returns because it’s already filed

[AnnetteB6]

Did you submit your information through one of the non-filer applications in order to get your stimulus payment?  There are non-filer options either through TurboTax or the IRS.  

If so, when using the non-filer system on the IRS website, your information is processed by the IRS as an original filed return. 

Any subsequent filing submitted electronically will be rejected and must be mailed to the IRS for processing. 

You can do this in a couple of different ways: 

• You can create and file an amended return with Form 1040X, which will be processed by the IRS as an amended return. 
• Or, you can complete your Form 1040 information using TurboTax and include a cover letter with the return to explain that you completed the non-filer registration for the stimulus check and that this is your correct tax return.  Instead of the cover letter, you can also write '1040X Amended Return' on the top of your Form 1040 before you sign and mail it.

Don't forget that when you mail a paper return to the IRS, you must include copies of your W-2s and 1099s, plus you need to sign and date the return.  

@aaustin29

[JCollins1]

No I did NOT submit my information through one of the non-filer applications in order to get your stimulus payment?  As of October 20, 2020 this still is not fixed! What is the deal???

[VolvoGirl]

Then maybe someone claimed you as a dependent or accidentally entered your ssn into their return by mistake.  You will have to print and mail your return.

to mail a return from the Online version

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/printing/help/how-do-i-print-and-mail-my-return-in-turbotax-online...

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS received the return. Don’t forget state.