F990PF-905-01 and F990PF-906-01 e-file error
- Database Validation Error: If Form 990-PF, Item G, "Initial return of a former public charity" checkbox is not checked, then the 'EIN' of the Filer in the Return Header must be established as a private foundation filer in the e-File database.
- Database Validation Error: /Return/ReturnData/IRS990PF/Organization501c3ExemptPFInd: If Form 990-PF, Item G, "Initial return of a former public charity" checkbox is not checked, then Item H, the type of organization checked must match data in the e-file database. (value X, rule F990PF-906-01)
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The value for rule F990PF-905-01 represents the type of return indicated in the electronic file.
The EIN and return type don't match what the IRS has on file.
Solution
If this is an initial return,
- Go to theGeneral inputfolder.
- Open the990PFscreen.
- MarkInitial returnfield.
- Re-create and retransmit the electronic file.
If the return is not an initial return,
- Go to theGeneral inputfolder.
- Open the990PFscreen.
- Check that theEINfield is correct.
- Make sure theFormer public charityfield is empty.
- If you make any changes, re-create and retransmit the electronic file.
If the return is properly marked, contact the IRS e-help desk at 866-255-0654 or file the return on paper.
