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E311 Error When Entering Middle Name on SDI Claim Form - Help!

Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my SDI claim form online. I keep getting an E311 error when I try to enter my middle name. Has anyone else run into this? Any tips on how to fix it? I've already tried clearing my browser cache and using a different browser, but no luck. It's driving me crazy!

Leeann Blackstein

Ugh, I feel your pain! I had a similar issue last month. Have you tried using a different device? Sometimes the EDD website acts up on certain phones or computers.

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Liv Park

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll give it a shot on my tablet and see if that works.

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Ryder Greene

Good idea! I had to use my roommate's laptop to finally get my claim through. The EDD website is so finicky ๐Ÿ™„

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Carmella Fromis

I've been dealing with EDD errors for weeks now. It's like they don't want us to actually file our claims ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ Have you tried calling them directly? Sometimes they can override these errors on their end.

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Liv Park

I've been trying to call, but I can never get through. It's so frustrating!

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Theodore Nelson

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold last week. Good luck!

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AaliyahAli

Hey, I found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Ellie Simpson

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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AaliyahAli

I was skeptical too, but it actually worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Arjun Kurti

$20 seems steep just to make a phone call. Is it really worth it?

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AaliyahAli

For me, it was. I was losing my mind trying to get through. Time is money, ya know?

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Raรบl Mora

Have you checked if your middle name is causing the issue? Sometimes special characters or hyphens can trigger errors. Try entering it without any spaces or punctuation.

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Margot Quinn

E311 error? Classic EDD move ๐Ÿ™„ I swear they make these systems as confusing as possible on purpose. Hang in there, OP!

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Evelyn Kim

Fr fr ๐Ÿ’ฏ It's like they're playing 4D chess and we're stuck with checkers

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Diego Fisher

Okay, listen up folks. I've been through the EDD wringer and come out the other side. Here's what you need to do to fix that pesky E311 error: 1. Clear your browser cache AND cookies 2. Use an incognito/private browsing window 3. Try a different browser (Firefox seems to work best with EDD) 4. Disable any ad-blockers or VPNs 5. Make sure your browser is up to date 6. If all else fails, try using a desktop computer instead of mobile If none of that works, you'll need to call them. Be prepared for a long wait. Have all your info ready, including your claim number, SSN, and any error codes you've seen. Remember, persistence is key with EDD. Don't give up!

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Liv Park

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed guide! I'll work through these steps and hopefully get it sorted.

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Henrietta Beasley

This should be pinned at the top of the subreddit. You're doing the lord's work ๐Ÿ™

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Lincoln Ramiro

lol welcome to the wonderful world of EDD where nothing works and the rules are made up ๐Ÿคก good luck my friend, youll need it

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