What should I do E-File failed Validation I verified for software updates and all is up to date

I filed the Fed alone and it went through.

It's just my State that fails validation. I'm in California

Here are several troubleshooting steps that you can try:

• Make sure your Windows Software is up to date.
• If you are using a downloaded version, uninstall and reinstall the program from your MyDownloads folder.  How do I find my TurboTax for Windows software download?
• If that doesn't help, try a manual update. What is a manual update?
• Turning off your VPN and anti-virus software during the update can help as well.

I'm not on Windows. 

TT did update and then everything went through. So it was your software that was the problem. 

If you live in CA, you will not be able to e-File your CA return in 2025.  You will need to print it and mail it in.  There are no workarounds.  I discovered this after 3 phone calls.  My final call was escalated 3 levels over 2 hours. The final resolution specialist discovered an internal update that the CA state returns cannot be e-filed.  You can still e-file your Federal return.

I efiled both federal and California from the Desktop program on Feb 19.  And guess what!  CA sent my refund the very next day!!  I got it a couple days later.  

I did