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What should I do if it says my control number on my w2 is invalid because its missing some things

 
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What should I do if it says my control number on my w2 is invalid because its missing some things

Are you referring to a Box D control number on a W-2?   A control number is not needed by the IRS.  It's used for the employer's or payroll provider's purpose, or sometimes to import.

 

You could try just leaving it blank.  If a blank Box D produces an error, you can try making up a number in the format shown in this FAQ:

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/import-export-data-files/box-control-num...

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