Error: Form 05-165 not attached to combined report
This error occurs when Form 05-164 indicates a combined report filing, but the required Form 05-165 isn't attached because the reporting entity information is missing.
Error message
Form 05-165: You have indicated on Form 05-164 that this is a combined report, but Form 05-165 is not attached. (Automatic GOTO is not available.) Navigation: Organizer State Franchise Tax Texas Franchise Affiliates Affiliates Affiliate Information.
Solution
- Go to and fill out the reporting entity information.
- Do a full recompute, then recreate the e-file.