The SSN in question also appears as the filer, spouse, or dependent on another tax return for this same year. Whether the cause of this rejection is the result of a typo on another return or an attempt by another party to claim a benefit using your dependent’s SSN, the IRS has security measures in place to ensure the accuracy…

What happens if your SSN has already been used?

When you receive a message saying that your tax return was rejected because an SSN has already been used, a few things might have gone wrong. If you’ve already filed a return for this year and the IRS accepted it, the IRS will reject any other returns you try to e-file with us.

What to do if your tax return is rejected by the IRS?

If you’ve already filed a return for this year and the IRS accepted it, the IRS will reject any other returns you try to e-file with us. However, if you haven’t already e-filed a return, make sure you entered your name and SSN or ITIN correctly on your return.

Do you have to file a paper tax return if you have the same SSN?

The IRS will, in some cases, contact taxpayers using the same SSN to claim a benefit and ask them to reconsider their eligibility or to provide supporting documentation. If you’ve verified this dependent’s SSN and found no errors, unfortunately you need to file a paper return.

How can I correct a wrong Social Security number on my tax return?

According to the Internal Revenue Service, one of the most common errors on tax returns is writing down the wrong Social Security number or forgetting to include the number on the return. To amend your tax return, use Form 1040X, available on the IRS website. You must fill out a separate Form 1040X for each tax year you need to correct.

Why does my tax return keep getting rejected?

My electronic tax return keeps getting rejected because a dependent’s social security number (SSN) is used more than once on one return or is used on another return. What should I do?

Can a spouse file a tax return with the same SSN?

The IRS found an accepted single tax return listing your spouse’s Social Security Number (SSN) as the primary taxpayer on that return. They can only accept one tax return with the same SSN per year. Details, Instructions Correction: Sign In and follow the instructions on the My Return screen.

Can a Social Security number be entered on another tax return?

Same SSN Entered on Another Return as Dependent (IND-516) The IRS found an accepted tax return listing your Social Security Number (SSN) as a dependent on another tax return. They can only accept one tax return with the same SSN per year.

How do I correct the SSN on my tax return?

Click Go To, next to Your Dependents. Click Edit next to your dependent’s entry. Verify the spelling of the name and the SSN. Click Next until you reach the Your Dependents screen. Repeat steps 4-6 for each dependent listed. If you corrected your information, you’ll need to e-file your return again.