IND-158-01 e-file error
If 'EarnedIncomeCreditAmt' in the return has a non-zero value and Schedule EIC (Form 1040) is not present, then the Primary or Spouse must be at least 25 but less than 65 years old. (rule IND-158-01).
You'll get this error if you're claiming the Earned Income Credit (EIC), but the taxpayer and spouse are not aged 25 or over and less than 65.
Solution
- InForm view, go to Form 1040.
- Clear any overrides for the EIC.
- If there should be an amount for the EIC, complete the EIC screen to add the EIC Schedule to the return.
- Go to theGeneral inputfolder.
- Select the1040screen.
- CheckSSNandDate of birthfor the Taxpayer and Spouse.
- If this information is wrong, correct it, then re-create and retransmit the return.
- If this information is correct, then the IRS has wrong information in their database. You will have to paper file the return with Form 8948. You can contact the IRS e-help desk at 866-255-0654 for more information.
