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The IRS uses reference code 9001 to indicate a "Systemic error/issue". In other words, it's a system problem and likely not a problem with your return. Take a deep breath, wait a day or two, then try again. The IRS won't start processing your return until at least today (the 28th) or tomorrow anyway, so give it a day and try again.


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BillM223Answer
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June 4, 2019

The IRS uses reference code 9001 to indicate a "Systemic error/issue". In other words, it's a system problem and likely not a problem with your return. Take a deep breath, wait a day or two, then try again. The IRS won't start processing your return until at least today (the 28th) or tomorrow anyway, so give it a day and try again.


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