F990-906-01 and F990-902-01 e-file error
- Database Validation Error: /Return/ReturnHeader/Filer/EIN: The "EIN" in the return must have been established as an exempt organization return filer in the e-file database. (rule F990-902-01)
- The return type indicated in the return header must match the return type established with the IRS for the EIN. (value 990XX, rule F990-906-01)
note
The value represents the type of 990 in the efile.
This error is caused by the EIN not being classified as an exempt organization in the IRS database.
Solution
- Go to theGeneral inputfolder.
- Open the990Screen.
- Check theEINfield to make sure it's correct.
- If it's incorrect, enter the correct EIN and then re-create and resubmit the electronic file.
- If the EIN has been entered correctly, contact the IRS e-help desk at 866-255-0654 or file on paper.
