R0000-901-01 e-file error

Filer's EIN and Name Control in the Return Header must match data in the e-file database. (value #########, rule R0000-901-01)
You get this error when the IRS has a different EIN and Name Control combination on file than what you sent.

Solution

  1. With the client open, select File > Client Properties and make sure the EIN is correct.
  2. For 1041 returns only: Go to the 1041 screen in the General folder and make sure the
    Family name for electronic filing name control
    is correct.
  3. Check the name control
    1. Go to the Electronic Filing folder.
    2. Select the the ELF screen.
    3. If there is a name control in the
      Name control: Force
      field, review Publication 4163 to make sure it's correct.
  4. If you made a change to either the EIN or the Name Control, re-create and retransmit the e-file.
  5. If you are not forcing the name control and the EIN is correct, call the IRS e-help Desk at 866-255-0654 and have them verify the client's EIN and name control they're expecting.
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