R0000-068 e-file error
If the Signature Option "PIN Number" is selected (the element "SignatureOption" in the Return Header has a value of "PIN Number") then the following fields must have a value in the Return Header: "PractitionerPIN", "TaxpayerPIN", "Name" of the "Partner", "Title" of the "Partner", "DateSigned" and "PINEnteredBy" Indicator.
You may receive this error while creating an electronic file or as an e-file rejection. This code simply means there is missing data entry for the e-file authorization.
Solution
If you receive this rejection when intending to file a 1065 return using the PIN method (as opposed to attaching a PDF of the signed Form 8453-PE or Form 8453-B), check the following:
- Go to the Electronic Filing Folder.
- Open the ELF screen.
- Complete theSignature date of partner signing return,Taxpayer PIN, andERO PINfields.
- Go to the General folder.
- Open the Contact screen.
- Complete theTitle of partner signing return, if different from Partner or LLC Memberfield.
- If you have not specified a tax matters person by selecting a partner as such in the Partner Data Entry, then you must complete theName of partner signing returnfield on the Contact screen.
