PFL form submission error: 'system exception' message for days. Help!

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Ugh, I feel your pain! 😫 The PFL system is such a nightmare sometimes. Have you tried clearing your browser cache and cookies? That sometimes helps with weird glitches like this.

I had the exact same problem last month! It was so frustrating. What worked for me was trying to access the site during off-peak hours, like really early in the morning or late at night. Seems like their servers get overloaded during the day.

Have you tried using a different browser? Sometimes Internet Explorer (I know, I know) works better with government sites than Chrome or Firefox.

I found a way to get someone on the phone about this issue. 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

This is why we need to overhaul the entire system! 🤬 It's ridiculous that hardworking people can't even access the benefits they're entitled to because of technical issues. We should be flooding our representatives' offices with complaints about this!

Here's what I've learned from dealing with PFL issues for the past 6 months: 1. Try accessing the site using different devices (computer, phone, tablet) 2. Use incognito/private browsing mode 3. If all else fails, you can request a paper form to be mailed to you 4. Keep detailed records of all your attempts to submit the form 5. If you're close to a deadline, fax the form if possible (yes, they still accept faxes) 6. Contact your local state representative's office - they often have liaisons who can help with benefit issues Hope this helps! Don't give up, OP. The system sucks, but persistence usually pays off eventually.

have u tried turning it off and on again? 😂

I'm in the same boat, OP. Been trying to submit my form for a week now. This whole situation is making me so anxious. I have bills to pay and can't afford any delays. 😰

Pro tip: Take screenshots of the error messages. If they try to penalize you for late submission, you'll have proof that you tried to submit on time but couldn't due to their system issues.

I had this exact same error last week! What finally worked for me was switching to Microsoft Edge (I know, weird right?) and also making sure I had JavaScript enabled. Also try submitting the form in sections rather than all at once - save your progress frequently. The system seems to time out if you stay on one page too long. If none of that works, definitely call the PFL customer service line first thing in the morning around 8 AM - that's when I had the best luck getting through. Hang in there, it's frustrating but you'll get through it! 💪