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Full Validation Error:Form MA 1: The ':CityNm' element is invalid - The value '' is invalid according to its datatype ':CityType' - The Pattern constraint failed. The ':StateAbbreviationCd' element is invalid


🔍 Full Validation Error: Form MA 1

Error message: The ':CityNm' element is invalid - The value '' is invalid according to its datatype ':CityType' - The Pattern constraint failed. The ':StateAbbreviationCd' element is invalid

This guide will help you fix the issue by entering the missing Preparer City and State information.

⚠️ Before You Begin

Make sure you have access to the Main Information page so you can update the Preparer details.

📊 Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open the Main Information page

Use this when you need to update the Preparer details that are causing the validation error.

Go to the Main Information page.

Step 2: Enter Preparer City and State

Use this when the error indicates the City and/or State fields are invalid or missing.

Enter the Preparer City and Preparer State in the preparer section.

✅ Success!

After you enter the Preparer City and State, the validation error related to :CityNm and :StateAbbreviationCd should be resolved.

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If you are having trouble, contact our support team:

Phone: 1-800-516-9442

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