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SureFire E-File Validation Error: The element 'Corporate' in namespace 'http://www.irs.gov/efile' has invalid child element 'NumOfficerCompPaid' in namespace 'http://www.irs.gov/efile'. List of possible elements expected: 'ClaimCompOfficerInd - E-File Validation Error:The element 'Corporate' in na


🔍 SureFire E-File Validation Error: Corporate has invalid child element NumOfficerCompPaid

This guide helps you fix the SureFire e-file validation error related to Form 1120S EF.

⚠️ Before You Begin

Make sure you are working in the correct return and form:

  • Form 1120S EF

📊 Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Form 1120S EF

Use this when you need to access the e-file validation settings for the return.

Go to Form 1120S EF.

Step 2: Navigate to Security Information

Use this when you need to update the fields that affect e-file validation.

Go to the Security Information section.

Step 3: Check the wages and salaries checkbox and enter the required W-2 count

Use this when the checkbox is marked and an amount must be provided.

On Line ' If Checked, wages and salaries are claimed on this return' if the checkbox is marked an amount needs to be entered on the following Line "Enter the number of W-2s issued""

or

On Line ""If checked

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