Support CenterSureFire E-File Validation: The 'FEMADisasterDeclarationNum' element is invalid - The value '29800' is invalid according to its datatype 'String' - The Pattern constraint failed.- Must fit the pattern: ((([D][R])|([E][M]))-[0-9]{4})-(AA|AE|AL|A - The 'FEMADisasterDeclarationNum' element is invalid -
🔍 SureFire E-File Validation Error: The 'FEMADisasterDeclarationNum' element is invalid
This guide explains how to fix the e-file validation message:
The 'FEMADisasterDeclarationNum' element is invalid - The value '29800' is invalid according to its datatype 'String' - The Pattern constraint failed. - Must fit the pattern: ((([D][R])|([E][M]))-[0-9]{4})-(AA|AE|AL|A
Note: The message also includes: The 'FEMADisasterDeclarationNum' element is invalid -
⚠️ Before You Begin
Before you make changes, make sure you are working in the correct form:
- Form 8915-F
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Check Form 8915-F Page 1 (Line C and Line D)
Use this when you need to remove conflicting selections that cause the FEMA declaration number requirement.
Go to Form 8915-F Page 1 and remove any selection or information on Line C if Line D for coronavirus has already been selected.
Step 2: Check Form 8915-F Page 2 (Line 1 Column B)
Use this when an amount entered triggers a required FEMA declaration number.
On Form 8915-F Page 2, remove any amount from Line 1 column B.
Important: This column is for qualified disaster distributions for the disasters in Item C. If an amount is entered in this column, it will expect a FEMA declaration number on Line C of Page 1.
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