TurboTax Business VALIDATION ERROR Code 54 so we cannot efile

[next1cruise]

Same error here. TT Business Windows Desktop.

[PatriciaV]

If you're still having trouble validating your federal return, we recommend you try a manual update: Manually Update TurboTax for Windows Software.

We also recommend suspending any antivirus software and/or a VPN.

[cdeneefe]

@PatriciaV  I am having the same problem.  I tried updating manually using the link you provided, as well as another link specifically for the Business edition.  Nothing has worked.  TT needs to fix this.  I paid a lot of money for this product and I expect it to work.

[user17700860538]

@PatriciaV I'm having the same issue with no unique forms that should keep the 1041 (Trust) from filing.  I filed a similar 1041 (also a Trust) on January 24, 2026.   I trust INTUIT will fix this on the next updates.  The TurboTax Business software is not worth the cost if we cannot e-file the return.

I called the support number over the weekend and was given the option for a callback, but as of 8:40 PM CT on Monday 2/2 no one has contacted me.

[clemaster]

I am having the exact same issue with the TurboTax Business.  Did you find an answer to resolve the problem you can share?

[clemaster]

Your reply does not work for TurboTax Business which is the product everyone on this thread is struggling with.  Thanks for the effort though.  If you have a fix for TurboTax Business, please share it.

[mejammer]

Me too.  Error 54 for both an estate and a trust I tried to efile.  (INTUIT staff:  please find the fix and post when you can)

[davetroup]

I gave up and printed and mailed the federal returns for the three 1041s I have finished thus far.  I don't have time to keep coming back and trying over and over.  I will remember this next year when I decide whether to use TurboTax Business or another company's solution.

Intuit owes me about $10 in postage and another $30 for paper and printer ink, lol... not to mention my time.  I am pretty forgiving in January, but my February 1, tax software needs to work, and TurboTax Business can't yet file federal returns..

I guess the bright side is it DID successfully file my state returns.

[joshlyar]

I'm having the exact same issue.  Tried to file for my trust in TurboTax Business 2025.  Getting FAILED_VALIDATION Error Code 54, but my installation is current.  

I've installed your manual patch that was posted back in December, but still no change.  

Need this fixed please!!!