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SureFire e-file validation error: An invalid code has been entered in box 12 - An invalid code has been entered in box 12, Form W-2. Valid codes are A - H, J - N, P - T, V, W, Y, Z, AA, BB, DD, EE, FF, GG, and HH. (310)


🔍 SureFire e-file validation error: Invalid code entered in box 12 (Form W-2)

This error means an invalid code was entered in box 12 on Form W-2.

Error message: An invalid code has been entered in box 12 - An invalid code has been entered in box 12, Form W-2. Valid codes are A - H, J - N, P - T, V, W, Y, Z, AA, BB, DD, EE, FF, GG, and HH. (310)

⚠️ Before You Begin

Make sure the code you entered in box 12 is one of the IRS-approved valid codes.

Valid codes: A - H, J - N, P - T, V, W, Y, Z, AA, BB, DD, EE, FF, GG, and HH.

📊 Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Update the code in box 12

Use this when you need to correct the W-2 box 12 code so e-file validation passes.

Enter valid code(s): A - H, J - N, P - T, V, W, Y, Z, AA, BB, DD, EE, FF, GG, and HH.

❌ Common Errors

This error will continue if box 12 contains any code that is not listed as valid above.

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Phone: 1-800-516-9442

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