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149/4079 e-file error

This happens when the New York e-file is created, but the return signature section has not been filled out.

Error message

New York Electronic Return Signature: The E-File signature authorization for this return is incomplete. The ERO and Preparer must 'sign' this return by making a selection in the Persons Electronically Filing Main Return (Mandatory) area. GoSystem is professional software and ERO indicator is mandatory. Self-prepared by Taxpayer or Spouse option will not applicable. These fields are found by going to Organizers / States / New York / Electronic Filing / Additional Information tab. You can put "Self Prepared" for the name. (Reject code 149/4079)

Solution

  1. In Organizer, select
    States
    , then
    New York
    .
  2. Select
    E-file
    , then
    Additional information
    .
  3. If this is for an extension, go to the Signature Authorization section.
  4. In the
    Person(s) electronically filing extension (mandatory)
    field, select
    ERO
    .
    note
    You need to have a selection and can't leave this as
    Not Applicable
    .
  5. For the
    ERO Certification
    field, select
    I have read the certification above and agree
    .
  6. If this is for the return, go to the Return section.
  7. In the
    Person(s) electronically filing main return (Mandatory)
    field, select an option other than
    Not Applicable
    .
  8. For the option
    ERO / Preparer certification
    , select
    I have read the certification above and agree
    .
  9. If the name of the ERO and Preparer are not the same, enter the name of the ERO.
  10. Do a full recompute, then recreate the e-file.

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