IND-183-01 e-file error
Error
Database Validation Error: /Return/ReturnHeader/Filer/SpouseSSN: The Spouse did not enter a valid Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN). Please visit www.irs.gov/getanippin for further information and resubmit your return with the correct number. (value #########, rule IND-183-01)
Cause
The IRS database indicates that the IP PIN for the spouse is missing. This is a number assigned by the IRS.
Solution
Enter the IP PIN:
- Go to theElectronic Filingfolder.
- Select theIDAuthtab.
- Go to theIP PINsection.
- Enter the six-digit identity protection PIN in theTaxpayer Identification numberorSpouse Identification numberfield. This PIN must match the PIN that was provided by the IRS for the current tax year. For more information, visit the IRS website.
- Re-create and retransmit the e-file.
- If the return is still rejected, you'll need to file the return on paper.
If you can't retrieve the IP PIN, the client (or the taxpayer) will need to contact the IRS E-file Help desk at 866-255-0654 for more information.