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New Member
posted Jun 4, 2019 5:35:13 PM

Why does it tell me my verification code needs fixed but it’s whats listed on my w2

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:15 PM

Which box on your W-2 are you referring to?  Are you instead referring to a Control Number in Box D?

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:17 PM

It’s #9 and it’s entered the same as my w2 but stating I need to fix it before efileing

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:18 PM

In which Box, please?

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:19 PM

@sdavisson3 You're saying there is a number in 9, but it is not being accepted when you attempt to e-file?

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:21 PM

Yes it’s titled a verification code box9 on my w2. When I go to efile it says I need to fix it.

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:22 PM

Thank you.  I've seen a few posts reporting the same issue.  Let me see what I can learn about it.  I'll post more info here as soon as I find out information.

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:23 PM

Amazing thanks so much

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:25 PM

Thanks, @macuser_22.  I was just asking if the e-file would go through if this item was left blank.

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:26 PM

It should.  It is optional according to the IRS but some payroll companies are using it to import W-2's.

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:28 PM
Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 5:35:30 PM

The verification code is optional, just leave it blank.