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Level 2
February 10, 2023
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Rejected e-file code FW2-502

  • February 10, 2023
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I have tried to e-file my taxes twice now and they keep getting rejected with the code FW2-502. I understand that this code means the EIN numbers don't match the IRS records. I'm wondering if this is an error though, I have the same 3 W2s as last year, I have confirmed all 3 are correct, and when I review the error it's not mentioning just 1 W2 but that all 3 are wrong. That doesn't seem right. Any ideas? 

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    Level 11
    February 10, 2023

    Perhaps clearing your cache and cookies--assuming you have not already done so--may solve the issue.   A full or corrupted cache can keep TurboTax from functioning properly.  If that doesn't work, try a different browser such as Safari or Firefox if you're currently using Chrome and vice versa. 

     

    Then, delete the W-2 entries, and re-enter them again manually.  

     

    @dkblackmer

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    Level 2
    February 10, 2023

    I'm using software that I purchased from Sam's Club so I'm not sure clearing the cache will work, but I'll give it a try. I did try deleting the W2's and reentering but unfortunately it was rejected again. My co-worker has the same W2s and he was able to e-file his return so I'm thinking this is a Turbo Tax error and now and issue with the IRS. 

    HopeS
    Level 8
    February 10, 2023

    The best way, and often the only way, to delete income forms (including forms W-2, 1098, 1099, and K-1) is to do it from the summary screen for that particular form.

    So, try that first — here's how:

    1. Sign into your TurboTax account
    2. Go to the Search bar and search for the form by typing the form name (for example, W-2 or 1099-Misc)
    3. Select the Jump to link with the form name
    4. Then, see if that takes you to a summary screen
      • If searching for a W-2, for example, typing W-2 in the search bar and selecting the Jump to link in the search results takes you to the Your W-2 info so far screen
      • You can remove the W-2 on this screen by selecting the trash icon

    Once you delete the Forms, log out of your account and clear your cache.

     

    Please follow the instructions in the link below: Once you clear the cache log into your TurboTax account and enter the 1st W-2 then run the review to see if any filing errors before entering the 2nd one.

     

    Clear your Cache

     

    @dkblackmer 

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    Level 2
    February 15, 2023

    I have the same problem. And this solution offered does not fix the issue.

    DaveF1006
    Level 15
    February 15, 2023

    To clarify, do you have multiple W2's or just one? Also do you have a 1099R?

     

    @strembath 

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