how do I enter the payment of prior year state and local taxes when I do not have any current year state and local taxes?

[rbbg1974]

The program shows no state and local tax deduction probably because my 1099-Rs are not showing any withheld taxes and wants me to take the sales tax deduction

[AmyC]

Any payments made in 2024 towards state and local taxes count. 

• If you made estimated payments, you can enter them under deductions. Where do I enter my estimated tax payments?
• If you paid tax due to your city or state, enter it on the line below estimates, under Other Income Taxes.
• You can calculate the sales tax deduction. The program will find the best outcome.