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March 25, 2023
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I am asked to fix 'Schedule B: line 7a should be blank'. However, the UI only allows me to select yes or no, instead of "leaving it blank". Is this a bug?

  • March 25, 2023
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This is stopping me from e-filing.
Best answer by ErnieS0

Try deleting Schedule B and reentering your interest and dividends. If you imported your info, that may be causing the error check or somehow 7b or 7c are checked.

 

To change the foreign bank account question:

 

  • Click Tax Tools in the left column,
  • Click Tools,
  • Select Delete a Form in the center,
  • Find and delete Schedule B.

Deleting Schedule B will delete any interest (1099-INT) and dividends (1099-DIV) on your return. If you received interest and dividends, put those amounts back in before filing. The foreign bank question will come up again. Be sure to say No this time.

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ErnieS0Answer
March 25, 2023

Try deleting Schedule B and reentering your interest and dividends. If you imported your info, that may be causing the error check or somehow 7b or 7c are checked.

 

To change the foreign bank account question:

 

  • Click Tax Tools in the left column,
  • Click Tools,
  • Select Delete a Form in the center,
  • Find and delete Schedule B.

Deleting Schedule B will delete any interest (1099-INT) and dividends (1099-DIV) on your return. If you received interest and dividends, put those amounts back in before filing. The foreign bank question will come up again. Be sure to say No this time.

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shepherdzAuthor
March 26, 2023

it's a lot of operations but this solved the problem!

When the critical question shows up, take a deep breathe, and definitely focus... 

well. I wish the software usability could be improved.

March 27, 2023

We are happy to hear you were able to get this resolved! Please let us know if you need further assistance. 

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March 27, 2024

I have exactly the same problem! I chatted with two live help people and they could not help!

CatinaT1
March 27, 2024

You are posting on a thread that is a year old. Can you tell us the problem you are experiencing?

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