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🔍 Error 56: Invalid date... for 1120 return with prior-year data
Due to e-file regulations, the date field on the NOL carryover worksheet changed from a four-digit year field (YYYY) to a month and year field (MM/YYYY). Also, no punctuation is allowed in this or other similar fields of returns that will be e-filed.
⚠️ Before You Begin
Make sure you update the date value to match the e-file format:
- Use MM/YYYY instead of YYYY
- Do not include punctuation in this or other similar fields
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Acknowledge the error message
Use this when you see the Error 56 message.
Click OK in this message box.
Step 2: Update the date in the Review Entry box
Use this when the date field still shows a four-digit year.
Then replace the four-digit year shown in the Review Entry box with the month and year of the end of your client's tax year, such as 12/2009 for a 2009 calendar-year filer.
Step 3: Remove punctuation from the field
Use this when you included punctuation in the date or similar fields.
Remove any punctuation you may have included in this or other fields.
📞 Still Need Help?
If you are having trouble, contact our support team:
Phone: 1-800-516-9442
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