You said, "let's e-file this return again. The IRS will accept it, but this time, they'll process it manually, the same as a return filed by mail." Why is this not true?

[mwvogel]

I keep getting almost instantly rejected even after this.

[JohnB5677]

Where did you get the "let's e-file this return again. The IRS will accept it, but this time, they'll process it manually, the same as a return filed by mail."  notice from?

What is the filing status at this point. Was it

• Accepted,
  • If the IRS did accept a tax return, trying to file again will cause an instant rejection. 
  • They already have your SSN on file for this year.
• Rejected
  • The IRS rejected the return because of invalid data. This could be:
  • Identity theft, 
  • Someone else claimed a dependent that's on your return.

[mwvogel]

Thank you, John, for replying.

I was rejected, and one of my kids might be a victim of identity theft, for all I know. If so, why did I pay several hundred dollars for inaccurate info, such as: "The IRS will accept it"? Turbotax expensive tax thing on the market, but not any more helpful than the free services that didn't help me with this last year. You've already charged me, but the government doesn't actually have my taxes yet.

[LeticiaF1]

To see what is causing your return to be rejected and find out how to fix it:

1. Sign in to your account
2. Select the Fix my return button
   • Follow any “fix it” instructions to update the information causing the rejection. 

What does my rejected return code mean and how do I fix it?

Some returns get rejected when the IRS e-file database indicates that an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is required for the taxpayer or a dependent and if you do not enter it, your electronically filed return will reject.  You will need to get one to file electronically, if you do not get one then you will need to file your return by mail.  

If you need to enter one, visit the IRS's Get an IP PIN site, or call the IRS at 1-800-908-4490 to have your IP PIN mailed to you (this can take up to 21 days).  Once you get it to enter it , go to the "Federal Tax" tab, select "Other Tax Situations", and choose the "IP PIN" section. 

Once you get it, see the steps below to enter it on your return:

1. Open your return
2. Go to IP PIN
3. On the Identity Protection PIN screen, answer Yes. Select Add and enter your IP PIN in the space provided.
4. Select Continue, then select Done.
    

@mwvogel