Has your girlfriend tried calling the IRS directly? Sometimes they can help resolve these issues without a formal amendment if it's early enough.

I made this exact mistake last year! Here's what I did to fix it: 1. First, I waited about 2 weeks until TurboTax updated their system to allow amendments for 2023 returns 2. I logged back into my TurboTax account and selected the option to amend my return 3. I went to the section about dependents and corrected the information about my child's SSN status 4. TurboTax recalculated everything automatically and showed me the difference 5. I submitted the amendment electronically 6. About 12 weeks later, I received the additional refund amount The whole process was pretty straightforward once TurboTax updated their system. The hardest part was just being patient waiting for the additional refund!

I waited exactly 37 days after seeing the 570/971 combo on my transcript. Called IRS 14 times before getting through. My notice was requesting verification of my self-employment income. Sent in exactly what they asked for. Waited another 21 days. Finally got my refund yesterday. $4,327 that I desperately needed for car repairs. The system is frustrating but persistence pays off. Document everything. Note the name of every agent you speak with. Follow up every 15 days exactly.

Last year I had this exact situation with the freeze code and notice. I remember refreshing the WMR tool obsessively! What worked for me was calling the IRS directly after I received the notice. They just needed to verify my identity because I had moved states. Once I completed the verification, my return was processed within a week. Sometimes these freezes are just procedural and not actually problems with your return. My brother had the same thing happen, but his was because he had a new dependent. The IRS is just being extra careful with fraud prevention these days.

I'm a bit concerned that you might be experiencing what I did last year... I think it's possible that your return could be flagged for identity verification, though I don't want to worry you unnecessarily. My transcript showed the same thing, and it turned out that I needed to verify my identity through the ID.me process. It might be worth checking if you've received any notices in the mail, just to be safe. The frustrating part is that they don't always tell you right away if there's an issue.

OMG I was LITERALLY in the same boat last week! Filed on 1/22, accepted 1/25, and my transcript kept saying nothing was filed. I was freaking out because I need my refund for my car payment. I checked WMR obsessively every morning at 6am (I know, I'm crazy lol). Then suddenly on Tuesday morning my transcript updated with EVERYTHING all at once - all the codes, refund amount, everything! And then my money hit my account Thursday morning! So hang in there - it might just update all at once without warning!

The IRS is currently running exactly 17 days behind on transcript processing compared to previous years. I've been tracking 23 different returns through my tax preparation business, and we're seeing consistent delays across all filing types. Returns filed January 20-25 are just now getting transcripts generated as of yesterday. The acceptance process is automated and takes 24-48 hours, but the actual processing that generates transcripts is backed up due to staffing issues and new verification procedures implemented for 2024. The good news is that 92% of returns are still being processed within the 21-day window for refunds, even if transcripts are delayed.

I've noticed this happening in prior years too, though it seems more widespread this season. Back in 2022, I had a similar experience where my return was accepted quickly but the transcript took nearly a month to appear. The IRS systems are actually separate - the e-file acceptance system is different from the processing system that generates transcripts. When volume is high, like it is now in peak filing season, these systems can get out of sync. If your return was accepted, that's the most important first step. The transcript delay is frustrating but doesn't necessarily indicate a problem with your return.

Back in 2023, I had a similar issue when my employer changed their tax setup mid-year. What I learned from that experience is that you should never use someone else's identifying information on your tax forms, even if it's your spouse's. What I would suggest is: 1. Wait for the official letter to arrive before taking action 2. Call your employer's payroll department immediately to see if they can provide the correct state ID number now 3. If they can't, ask them to provide a letter explaining why they couldn't provide it at tax time 4. Consider filing an amended return (Form 1040-X) with the correct information or explanation 5. Set up a tax organizer system for next year so you can catch these issues before filing I understand the urgency to file quickly, especially when expecting a refund, but these types of issues typically cause much longer delays than simply filing a bit later with complete information.

The community wisdom on Topic 151 notices is pretty consistent - they're usually not as scary as they first appear! Most people receive them for simple verification issues rather than serious problems. Do you know if your state has a lookup tool for state ID numbers? Have you contacted your HR department to see if they can provide the correct number now? One thing I've learned from helping others through similar situations is that staying proactive makes all the difference. Don't wait for the letter to arrive before gathering your documentation. And remember that the IRS is generally reasonable when you can clearly explain an honest mistake, especially when it involves a transition in employment tax withholding.