Error: Expecting: ReturnDataState
This validation error occurs when e-filing an Illinois 1065 extension return without the required payment information, or when no payment is due.
Error message
1. Validation failed on [FILE_ID]: Requirement: IL1065 Return - wraps around Return Header and Return Data Error: Expecting: ReturnDataState Element Name: ReturnState XPath: /ReturnState[1] XML Fragment: PField Key: 0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0 Error Code: [CODE] Error Reason: Content for element '{http://www.irs.gov/efile}ReturnState' is incomplete according to the DTD/Schema. Expecting: {http://www.irs.gov/efile}ReturnDataState.
Solution
Illinois only requires you to e-file the extension if you owe tentative tax on Form IL-1065-V. In other words, you use the extension e-file solely to submit payment — if no amount is due, skip e-filing the extension entirely.
If a payment is due, follow these steps to resolve the error:
- Go to tab, and enter the extension amount paid inColumn E (EXTENSION AMOUNT PAID).
- Populate Columns C, D, E, F, G, and H. The state doesn't accept NONE as a value.
- Do a full recompute, then recreate the e-file.
note
- If no amount is due, you don't need to e-file.
- If you have questions about what you can e-file, or about a rejection you've received, contact the state directly for guidance.
