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1099-R software issues errors & no Non-qualified distribution option 1099-R's

Forum|Forum|1 year ago
March 13, 2025
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Seems that one problem is fixed and another one pops up. Sorry for the long discussion.

The 1099-R questions have now added the "Was This Distribution From a 403(b) Plan?" but there is no option for "Non-Qualified" distributions so I am back in a circle. Anyone else have this situation??

If I choose "NO" It now tells me I owe in penalties. These are not 403(b) plans, but "Non-Qualified" taxable annuities that report on 1099-R box 7 code "D".

Was This Distribution From a 403(b) Plan?

Yes, this is a 403(b) plan

No, it's another type of qualified retirement plan

In the past I used the amount as RMD and 100% of the distribution is RMD. This no longer works. If I put $0 for RMD, It gives me an error saying "type" should not be selected, but if I uncheck it...goes back in the loop "needs review" and back to the "Was This Distribution From a 403(b) Plan?" I was told this would be fixed last week, but it still has not.

I still had to round out the pennies to get the other 1099-R "RMD" error messages out for my other IRA distributions Online as of today 3-13-23, but that works now.

Turbo Tax support made me add the "Expert" option and I cannot "downgrade" now without deleting the entire return and re-entering, which I've already done multiple times per their request to "fix" other software issues. If I have to re-enter, I might as well try another tax service! So frustrated with lack of knowledgeable TT support staff.

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Best answer by DoninGA

7-D means it’s money from a annuity that is qualified account

@Purtellr wrote:

7-D means it’s money from a annuity that is qualified account

Just did a test 1099-R with a code of 7D in box 7 using the online editions. Selected Non-Qualified Plan. The program completed the 1099-R section with no errors.

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DB775

I am having same issue. Stuck in loop. So frustrating!!

mglauner

The IRS considers any income reported on Form 1099-R as 'Retirement Income'.

Go ahead and choose 'Other Qualified Plan'. It's all taxed the same.

As far as RMD goes, you can indicate that 'the entire amount was RMD' and be done with it.

Here's more info on Tax Form 1099-R.

@DB775

DB775

Thanks!

This applies even if mine is a fixed monthly distribution and not an RMD?

Purtellr

I have the same issue.....spent an hour on the phone with a support person working from home. He sent me a link for the IRS, thinking it was an IRS problem. 7D is for a Qualified retirement withdrawal...but Turbo Tax won't accept it... Please tell me when it's fixed

mdmaypa

what does Distribution Code 7D on Form 100-R mean

Purtellr

7-D means it’s money from a annuity that is qualified account

karen4984

I apologise for the frustration this software behavior has caused. This is a known issue, and there is a workaround.

In the 1099-R entry, if forced to choose between 403b and another qualified plan, go ahead and pick "another type of qualified plan" (even though it is not). If forced to enter RMD information, put some number.

Once the 1099-R has been entered, go to "complete check/review." Press the blue button next to something like "answers to review." Do NOT press the blue button that specifically mentions the 1099-R distribution.

In the review screens, delete any numbers in the RMD text boxes, and choose "No entry" radio button for type of account. Untick the "Yes RMD" box if offered. These steps should clear your error. Be sure to review your 1099-Rs, 1040, and 5329 (if applicable) carefully before filing to ensure everything is being reported as intended.

The review may or may not still show some alert related to the distribution; however it should not prevent filing.

Purtellr

Still not accepted by IRS. Waiting till Monday 3/24

carolbogdan2Author

Sorry to hear that. Guess I'll have to wait as well seeing I'm using the online version.

Purtellr

I’m feeling your pains.

carolbogdan2Author

It finally works online after deleting and re-entering the 1099-R's but I won't actually be filing until next week. Let's hope the fix stands. Good Luck.

Purtellr

You’re saying it passed the program review. But don’t know if IRS will accept it yet

ZoryG

I am experiencing a similar problem, and am having very large penalties show up in the tax due window. After reading the situation summary, at least I now realize where the problem is stemming from. I will now attempt to again re-enter the data from my 1099R s.