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SureFire e-file validation error: 1040NR (State returns will have to be paper filed when Federal doesn't qualify for e-filing). - Unable to create e-files for NY and NJ forms because Federal has to be paper filed.

🔍 SureFire e-file validation error: 1040NR (State returns will have to be paper filed when Federal doesn't qualify for e-filing)

This guide explains what the error means and what to do when SureFire cannot create e-files for NY and NJ forms because the Federal return must be paper filed.

⚠️ Before You Begin

You may see this message when:

Federal does not qualify for e-filing
State returns (NY and NJ) must be paper filed

🧩 What This Error Means

This is a valid e-file validation error. Paper file State returns.

Unable to create e-files for NY and NJ forms because Federal has to be paper filed.

✅ What You Should Do

Step 1: Paper file the State returns

Since the Federal return does not qualify for e-filing, the State returns must be paper filed.

Step 2: Do not attempt to e-file NY and NJ forms

SureFire is unable to create e-files for NY and NJ forms in this situation.

📞 Still Need Help?

If you are having trouble, contact our support team:

Phone: 1-800-516-9442

Or submit a support ticket

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