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🚨TaxSlayer - IRS Reject Codes IND-901 & IND-941-01
🚨TaxSlayer - IRS Reject Codes IND-901 & IND-941-01

These rejects occur when the IRS locks the SSN of the primary taxpayer (IND-901) or spouse (IND-941-01) due to records indicating they are deceased.

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Written by Nicole Lacorte
Updated over 3 weeks ago

These IRS rejects occur when the Social Security number (SSN) of the primary taxpayer (IND-901) or spouse (IND-941-01) is locked due to records indicating the individual is deceased. This prevents e-filing to reduce identity theft and fraud.

📌 Possible Reasons for Rejection:

  1. The IRS records indicate the taxpayer or spouse is deceased.

    • The Social Security Administration (SSA) reports deaths to the IRS, and the IRS locks the SSN accordingly.

    • If the person passed away before the tax year shown on the return, e-filing is not allowed.

  2. The taxpayer or spouse is alive, but the SSN is locked in error.

    • This could be due to an administrative mistake in SSA records.

    • The IRS mistakenly flagged the SSN, preventing e-filing.

✅ Steps to Resolve:

  1. If the taxpayer or spouse is deceased:

    • The tax return must be printed and mailed to the IRS.

    • No further action is needed unless additional IRS instructions are received.

  2. If the taxpayer or spouse is NOT deceased and the SSN is correct:

    • Contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to correct the records.

    • Once the SSA updates the SSN status, the taxpayer may be able to file electronically in the future.

  3. Watch for IRS Notice CP01H:

    • The IRS will send this notice explaining the reject and providing steps to resolve it.

    • Follow the instructions in the notice to correct the issue or file the return by mail.

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