Support Centere-file Rejection: F8962-049 - "If Form 8962"
🔍 e-file Rejection: F8962-049 - "If Form 8962"
Full Rejection Text
If Form 8962, Line 2b 'TotalDependentsModifiedAGIAmt' has a non-zero value, then Form 1040 or Form 1040A, Line 6c(2) 'DependentsSSN' must have a value.
Where the error is located:
/efile:Return/efile:ReturnData/efile:IRS8962/efile:TotalDependentsModifiedAGIAmt
⚠️ Before You Begin
To resolve this rejection, you will need to review entries on:
- Form 8962 (Line 2b)
- Form 1040 or Form 1040A (Line 6c(2))
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Go to Form 8962
Use this when you need to confirm the dependent modified AGI amount was entered correctly.
Go to the 8962.
In Line 2b - Enter total of your dependent's modified AGI, verify an amount is entered.
Step 2: Go to Form 1040 (or 1040A)
Use this when you need to ensure the dependent SSN is included when Line 2b has a value.
Go to the 1040.
In Line 6c - Dependents, verify a dependent is entered, including the Social Security Number.
❌ Note
If dependent is not listed, follow Step 1 and remove the amount entered in Line 2b.
📝 IRS Instruction Reference
According to Form 8962 IRS instructions, "Enter on line 2b the combined modified AGI for your dependents who are required to file an income tax return because their income meets the income tax return filing threshold. Use the worksheet next to figure these dependents' combined modified AGI. Do not include the modified AGI of dependents who are filing a tax return only to claim a refund of tax withheld or estimated tax.""
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