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E-file validation error (Form 1065 (Sch K-1) The taxpayer ID number on Schedule K-1 must be the SSN or EIN with hyphens - The taxpayer ID number on Schedule K-1 must be the SSN or EIN with hyphens, FOREIGNUS for foreign partners or APPLD FOR if the identifying number has been applied for. (28)
🔍 E-file validation error (Form 1065 (Sch K-1))
Validation message: The taxpayer ID number on Schedule K-1 must be the SSN or EIN with hyphens. It must be:
- SSN or EIN with hyphens
- FOREIGNUS for foreign partners
- APPLD FOR if the identifying number has been applied for
Error code: (28)
⚠️ Before You Begin
Make sure you have the correct partner identifying information available (SSN/EIN with hyphens, or the appropriate alternative value for foreign partners or applied-for numbers).
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Enter the SSN with hyphens on Schedule K-1
Use this when you need to fix the Schedule K-1 taxpayer ID format so e-file validation passes.
On Sch K-1, enter the hyphens in the SSN.
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