R0000-937-01 e-file error
You get this error when the
EIN
and return type don't match what's in the IRS e-file database.Error message
Database Validation Error: /Return/ReturnData/IRS990PF/Organization501c3ExemptPFInd: If Form 990-PF, Item G, "Initial return of a former public charity" checkbox is not checked, then Item H, then the return type indicated in the Return Header must match the return type established with the IRS for the EIN. (value X, rule R0000-937-01).
Solution 1: If it's an initial return
- Go toOrganizerthenGeneral Information.
- SelectBasic Return Information.
- Select theReturn Informationtab.
- Mark theInitial returnorInitial Return of a former public charitycheckbox.
- Do a full recompute, then recreate the e-file.
Solution 2: If it's not an initial return
- Go toOrganizerthenGeneral Information.
- SelectBasic Return Information.
- Double check theEIN.
- If theEINis wrong, correct it. Do a full recompute, then recreate the e-file.
- If theEINis correct, contact the IRS e-help desk at 1-866-255-0654. If you can't resolve it, you'll need to make a paper return.
