Enter the date Form EF was signed by the electronic return originator (ERO). If this field is blank, the application defaults to the date entered in the
Signature date
field. If both fields are blank, the application will default to the
ERO signature date
field in the federal ELF Screen or the option selected in the
When Form 8879 (etc.) signature date(s) (Preparer and/or Client) are not entered
field in Setup, Office Configuration, and then Print Options.