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🔍 IRS rejection F1040-087 (MeF)
This rejection means the Earned Income Credit was disallowed in a prior year.
The equivalent Legacy reject code is ERC 606:
Form 1040/1040A/1040EZ - IRS Master File indicates the taxpayer is not allowed to claim the Earned Income Credit for this tax year.
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Understand what the rejection means
This rejection indicates the Earned Income Credit was disallowed in a prior year, and the IRS Master File does not allow the taxpayer to claim the credit for the current tax year.
Step 2: Note the equivalent Legacy reject code
The equivalent Legacy reject code is ERC 606.
Step 3: Confirm the IRS Master File message
Form 1040/1040A/1040EZ - IRS Master File indicates the taxpayer is not allowed to claim the Earned Income Credit for this tax year.
❌ Troubleshooting
If you received this rejection, the IRS is indicating the Earned Income Credit cannot be claimed for the current tax year due to a prior-year disallowance.
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