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posted Jun 1, 2019 2:10:21 PM

What to do when efile flags as invalid because NJ w2 box 19 has amt for local tax withheld, but box 18 is blank, box 20 says FLI? I live & work in NJ, one job, one w2.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 1, 2019 2:10:22 PM

Go back to the W2 screen and put the amount in Box 19 into box 14.  Use the drop-down box to select NJ FLI, and then delete your Box 19 entry.  This will remove the diagnostic and allow you to e-file.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 1, 2019 2:10:22 PM

Go back to the W2 screen and put the amount in Box 19 into box 14.  Use the drop-down box to select NJ FLI, and then delete your Box 19 entry.  This will remove the diagnostic and allow you to e-file.

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 2:10:23 PM

Thank you SO much Turbo TaxDanielV!!  This was most helpful.  

Expert Alumni
Jun 1, 2019 2:10:24 PM

You are welcome.

Returning Member
Mar 26, 2021 8:49:49 AM

Is this still the case for 2020?  I have AL local income tax in my box 19, but it is telling me box 19 is invalid for efiling. I have never had this issue before. My box 18 has always been blank. Please help. 

Level 2
Feb 23, 2025 6:44:43 PM

Will the IRS have a problem that the Turbo Tax W2 box 14/19 don't match the the W2 sent to IRS by my employer?  I don't want an audit  Thanks

Expert Alumni
Feb 24, 2025 1:07:40 PM

No, the IRS actually does not check boxes 15 though 20 on your W-2 because they are for state and local use. Daniel gave you a workaround for TurboTax's e-file process, which should be OK for you.