"Wrong EFIN. (C:Bld\15\164..." error when creating an e-file
🔍 Wrong EFIN. (C:Bld\15\164...) error when creating an e-file
Use the steps below to resolve the issue by ensuring the correct e-file selections are loaded before you create the e-file.
⚠️ Before You Begin
To do this, you must also check Yes to e-file the Form 1120 return, so that Form 8879C is loaded into the return.
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Confirm Form 1120 e-file selection
Use this when you need to ensure Form 8879C is loaded.
Check Yes to e-file the Form 1120 return, so that Form 8879C is loaded into the return.
Step 2: Run diagnostics
Use this to validate the return before creating the e-file.
Run diagnostics and then click the e-file button.
Step 3: Create the e-file only for the Tennessee return
Use this when you need to limit the e-file to the correct state return.
In the Select E-files dialog box, make sure to un-check the Federal return, so that the e-file is created only for the Tennessee return.
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