Support CenterValidation error: "The 'http://www.irs.gov/efile:Partnr' element is invalid - The value '' is invalid according to its datatype 'http://www.irs.gov/efile:AZPartner2Type' - The Enumeration constraint failed"" in an AZ partnership return when using SureFire"
🔍 Validation error in an AZ partnership return (SureFire)
Validation error: "The 'http://www.irs.gov/efile:Partnr' element is invalid - The value '' is invalid according to its datatype 'http://www.irs.gov/efile:AZPartner2Type' - The Enumeration constraint failed"
This happens when the AZ Schedule K-1 partner type does not match the allowed values.
⚠️ Before You Begin
You should know that:
AZ Schedule K-1 partner type allows only Individual, Estate, and Trust.
If you select any other type, you will get this validation error.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Change the partner type on the K-1
User has to either change the partner type on the K-1 (Go to the federal K-1 to make the change) or file paper return.
Go to the federal K-1 and update the partner type so it is one of the allowed options: Individual, Estate, or Trust.
Step 2: If you cannot update it, file a paper return
User has to either change the partner type on the K-1 (Go to the federal K-1 to make the change) or file paper return.
If the partner type cannot be corrected in the K-1, you will need to file the paper return.
❌ Common Cause
This error occurs when the AZ partner type is not one of the allowed values (Individual, Estate, or Trust).
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Phone: 1-800-516-9442
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