F990-908-01 e-file error
Database Validation Error: /Return/ReturnData/AffiliateListing/AffiliateListingGrp/EIN: For each entry in the "Affiliate Listing" [AffiliateListing], (Affiliate Listing is attached to Item H(b)), the combination of EIN, Name Control, and GEN (provided in Form 990), must match data in the e-file database. (value XXXXXXXXX, rule F990-908-01)
note
The value represents the EIN of the affiliate the rejection references.
The EIN, Name Control, and/or Business name information doesn't match what the IRS has on file.
Solution
- Go to theGeneral inputfolder.
- Open the990screen.
- Open the Group return for subordinatesSubordinates includedstatement.
- Verify theEIN,Name Control, andBusiness Nameare entered correctly.
- SelectDoneto close the statement window.
- Open the Group return for subordinatesSubordinates not includedstatement.
- Verify theEIN,Name Control, andBusiness Nameare entered correctly.
- If the EINs and names are not entered correctly in either statement window, enter the correct information and then recreate and resubmit the electronic file.
- If all the EINs and names are correct, contact the IRS e-help desk at 866-255-0654 to resolve the error, or file on paper.