"Accepted with Errors": What It Means and What To Do
If your filing status shows "Accepted with Errors", don't panic. This is one of the most common filing outcomes and is usually straightforward to resolve.
What Does "Accepted with Errors" Mean?
The IRS accepted your filing. Your forms are on record. However, some forms within the filing had issues that need to be corrected. This is different from a full rejection where nothing was accepted.
Common reasons for "Accepted with Errors":
- TIN Mismatch: The SSN or EIN you submitted doesn't match IRS records for that name. This is the #1 cause.
- Invalid or missing data: A required field was blank or contained an invalid value.
- Duplicate submissions: The same form was submitted more than once.
What Do I Need To Do?
Step 1: Review the Errors
In your BoomTax account, go to your filing and check the e-file status. BoomTax shows which specific forms had errors and what the error codes mean.
Step 2: Correct the Data
Fix the flagged forms in your filing. For TIN mismatches, verify the correct SSN/EIN with the recipient before resubmitting.
Step 3: Refile Corrections
Submit a correction through BoomTax. You only need to refile the forms with errors, not the entire filing. BoomTax handles this automatically.
Will the IRS Penalize Me?
Not if you correct the errors promptly. The IRS allows corrections to be filed without penalty as long as they're submitted in a reasonable timeframe. BoomTax includes unlimited free corrections with every filing license.
What If I Don't Correct Them?
Uncorrected errors can lead to:
- IRS penalty notices (B-notices for TIN mismatches)
- Discrepancies between your filing and your recipients' tax returns
- Potential Employer Shared Responsibility Payments (for ACA forms)
How to Prevent "Accepted with Errors"
- Verify TINs before filing using TINCorrect
- Review import validation messages: BoomTax flags common issues during import
- Double-check your data before submitting for e-filing
Related Resources
Sources: 1094-C Error Codes Guide, Common IRS ACA AIR Error Codes (blog.boomtax.com)