If your return is being rejected for the prior year Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) not matching the IRS e-file database, please verify the following: The AGI you are using is from the original return you filed last year. Do not use the AGI from an amended return or from a return corrected by the IRS.

When does the IRS use your prior year AGI?

Your Prior-Year AGI is the Adjusted Gross Income on last year’s 2019, tax return. The IRS uses your prior-year AGI to verify your identity when you efile your 2020 Tax Return.

When do you need to enter 0 as AGI?

I did see somewhere else that if your return was not confirmed in the IRS system by Nov 2020 you need to enter 0 as the AGI. I filed a paper return early for 2019 (March 2020) but the IRS didn’t process it until Feb 2021 (yes, 2021).

How to correct AGI on H & are Block tax return?

To e-file your return again: 1 Open your return in the H&R Block Tax Software. 2 Go to the File menu and choose Filing Options. 3 Choose E-File and proceed through the filing screens. 4 On the Your 2019 Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) screen, correct the AGI for the primary taxpayer and / or spouse (if applicable).

Do you have to use prior year AGI on 2019 tax return?

Most people use their prior year AGI. Double check your prior year AGI and that you entered the correct amount on the Prior Year AGI screen. If you amended your 2019 tax return, make sure you’re using the AGI from your original return.

Why was my tax return rejected by the IRS?

FreeTaxUSA® – My return was rejected because the Prior Year AGI or PIN doesn’t match the IRS records. What do I do? My return was rejected because the Prior Year AGI or PIN doesn’t match the IRS records.

What does AGI mean on 2017 tax return?

The AGi you enter is NOT part of your tax return. It is simply to identify you to the IRS e-file system by matching the 2017 AGI with what they have stored in their database. If you filed late in 2017 then they have nothing in the database so zero is the correct amount.

Why was my 2020 tax return rejected by the IRS?

2020 return rejected because 2019 AGI supposedly incorrect, but it is definitely the right amount from 2019 return, line 8b. How can I fix this? My nephew 2020 efile was rejected because the IRS efile system could not match his 2019 AGI. He paper filed his 2019 taxes.

Is the last year of AGI the same as last year?

I created an IPS logon on and saw my last year (2019 AGI) it was the same as I had entered on the 2020 tax return so there is no discrepancy between the 2 data bases but after transmitting the data to the IRS from TT the error message occurred.

If your return is rejected over an incorrect AGI, you will have to print and file by mail – even if you entered the correct AGI.

What to do if your AGI is still correct?

If you’re still having trouble, we suggest that you check with the IRS to make sure that the copy of your return is the same as what they have in their records. To do this, you can order a tax return transcript .

Do you have to enter ” 0 ” for 2019 AGI?

It is not necessarily true that filing a 2019 paper return means you should enter “0” for your 2019 AGI when e-filing 2020 returns, however, entering “0” may allow you to proceed with e-filing. If you are getting an e-file reject, here are a few possible reasons that might be happening and your options:

Why was my 2020 return rejected by TurboTax?

2020 return rejected because 2019 AGI supposedly incorrect, but it is definitely the right amount from 2019 return, line 8b. How can I fix this? I entered 0 for the 2019 AGI, and it worked!

February 15, 2021 6:27 AM My return was rejected with the following: IND-031-04 – The primary taxpayer’s AGI or Self-select PIN from last year does not match IRS records. Upon review of my IRS transcript I found that the AGI per computer was different from the AGI in my TurboTax submission.

Where do I Find my AGI for my 2020 tax return?

Detailed instructions on how to obtain an IRS transcript or tax return copy. This is a free service provide by the IRS and your prior year AGI will be on the transcript listed as ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME. You can then enter it on eFile.com during the checkout and efile process for your 2020 tax return.

What does the prior year AGI mean on a tax return?

Your Prior-Year AGI is the Adjusted Gross Income (or AGI) on last year’s tax return (2018). The IRS uses your prior-year AGI to verify your identity so you can e-File your 2019 Tax Return. You only need a prior-year AGI if you are e-filing your tax return to the IRS.

Is there no AGI on file for 2020?

After requesting our transcript, I learned that the IRS hasn’t processed our 2019 return so they have no AGI on file. Turbotax is recommending we mail in our 2020 return. Its already been several months since we mailed our 2019 return and I don’t want to be in the same place with our 2020 return taking forever.

Why was my Turbo Tax AGI for 2009 rejected?

My electronically submitted Turbo Tax for 2009 was REJECTED because it said that my AGI was incorrect. I read in all my information from my Turbo Tax 2008 return before starting my 2009 return.

Is there a way to correct an AGI error?

That is entirely possible if 1) you filed late in 2017 and the AGI never got to the IRS e-file AGI database, or 2) the IRS database is wrong, as is often is. The only option is to print and mail the tax return. There is no way to get the IRS to modify or correct a data base error.

What is the rejection code for the IRS?

IRS Tax Return Rejection Code IND-031-04. Attention: Maybe as a result of the COVID-19 crisis during 2020, nearly 7 million 2019 Tax Returns have not been processed at the IRS as of February 2021. 1) This might be why your 2020 returns got rejected even though you correctly entered your 2019 AGI. More details.

Is it possible to enter incorrect AGI info?

Not saying it’s TT, just saying that all of us cannot be entering incorrect AGI info. After three attempts of manually entering the AGI and being rejected, I gave up and went to file by mail. It sucks because you have to attached paper copies of the W-2 and Form 1099-R.

What happens if the IRS rejects your tax return?

If the IRS rejected your return because they stated you submitted an incorrect AGI and you are sure you entered a correct one you can mail in a paper return. Please scroll down about halfway for instructions: June 7, 2019 4:24 PM

What to do if your efile was rejected?

@All1208 Yes, if you Efiled and your return was Rejected, you need to ‘Fix your Return ‘ and Efile again. Click this link for more info on How to Find Last Year’s AGI.

Can you file a return if your spouse has an AGI?

Filed with your spouse last year—you and your spouse have the same 2018 AGI. (Don’t split the AGI amount or enter 0 for one of you). Time-saving Tip: If what you entered is correct and you continue to get a reject, you won’t be able to e-file.

When to use prior year AGI instead of current year?

These errors commonly occur when the taxpayer has used the current year 2020 AGI instead of the prior year 2019 AGI. You must use the original amount from the 2019 Form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return to sign this year’s return.

Where can I Find my adjusted gross income?

If you have never filed before, or if you filed last year using an ITIN and you have a Social Security Number this year, choose I am a first-time filer or I did NOT file a 2017 tax return on the prior year information screen. Your Adjusted Gross Income can also be located on your forms.

Do you split adjusted gross income in half?

DO NOT SPLIT THIS AMOUNT IN HALF. If the prior year’s return was filed using the status of married filing jointly with an ex-spouse, use the same prior year amount from the joint return filed with the ex-spouse.

Where to find AGI on 2018 tax return?

You can find your 2018 Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) by: Looking at line 7 on page 2 of your 2018 Form 1040; or You can request a transcript of your 2018 tax return from the IRS to ensure you have the right number. You can request your transcript online at the following link: Get Transcript

What happens if my tax return is rejected after the deadline?

If you efiled your return on time, but it was rejected after the tax deadline, your return will generally still be considered on time if you correct it and efile again within 5 business days. If you decide to print your return and mail it to the IRS, you have 10 days to do this in order for the return to be considered on time.