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New Member
posted Jan 21, 2020 9:38:09 AM

Why isn’t my control number working

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Returning Member
Jan 21, 2020 9:40:07 AM

"Control" number? On your W-2? Please provide more info regarding your issue.

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Jan 21, 2020 9:41:10 AM
Returning Member
Jan 21, 2020 9:44:05 AM

"If you get errors when attempting to e-file with an empty box D, just enter any number in this format: 5 digits, space, 5 digits (for example, 12345 67890). The IRS doesn't care what's in box D because its use by payroll departments is optional.

On the other hand, if you're trying to import your W-2 and you are asked for a Control Box D, and you don’t have one, select Skip import and manually enter your W-2. You won't be able to import using the 5 digit + space + 5 digit solution for e-filing."

 

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