The IRS has special verification procedures for alternating dependents. This is normal. They're preventing fraud. Their systems flag these returns automatically. Manual review takes time. Your return isn't lost. It's in a special processing queue. No need to worry yet. The 2023 processing timeline is longer than usual. Many first-time dependent claims take 8-10 weeks. Keep checking your transcript weekly. Look for code 570 or 971 to appear. That means verification has started.

Welcome to the wonderful world of IRS dependent verification! 😅 I'm in the same boat (filed 2/2, alternating custody with ex). From what I've gathered lurking on this sub, returns with first-time dependent claims or alternating dependents are taking 8-12 weeks this season. The good news is that the vast majority process without requiring any additional documentation. The bad news is there's not much we can do except wait it out. I've seen several posts from people in our situation who suddenly got their DDD after 9+ weeks with zero prior updates. Hang in there!

I had something similar happen last year and it turned into a NIGHTMARE. Started just like yours - weird transcript with mixed year info. Ended up waiting 11 months for my refund because my return got flagged for identity verification but they never sent the letter! I only found out when I called in July. Not trying to scare you, but if you don't see movement in the next week or two, be proactive and call them. Don't assume it's normal processing like I did!

Tax professional here. What you're seeing is the Account Transcript for 2022 showing correctly that you didn't file a 2022 return yet (if you don't need to file for 2022, that's fine). The 2023 transcript shows N/A because it hasn't been fully processed into the transcript system yet. This is completely normal for returns filed in January, especially with the PATH Act delays if you claimed certain credits. As long as WMR shows 'received,' you're fine. Give it another week or two.

Per Internal Revenue Manual 21.5.6.4.7, EITC claims require additional verification procedures before refund issuance. For Tax Year 2023 returns, the IRS implemented enhanced due diligence under IRC §6695(g), requiring income and relationship verification for certain EITC claims. In practical terms, this means approximately 35% of EITC returns are selected for Income Document Matching, which typically adds 14-21 days to processing time. If your return shows code 1242 on your account transcript, you're in this verification queue.

I've claimed EITC for five years straight and this is the longest I've ever waited. Filed January 28th and just got my deposit yesterday! What's interesting is how the system seems completely random - my sister filed a week after me with almost identical circumstances (same employer, similar income, both claim one dependent) and she got her refund two weeks ago. Doesn't the IRS use some kind of automated system? How can two nearly identical returns have such different timelines?

I've been through this twice in the past three years. According to IRS Publication 1345, the transmission acknowledgment should occur within 24 hours, but the reality is that during peak filing periods, this can extend significantly. In my case, both times the returns were eventually processed normally despite the initial delay. No need to resubmit unless explicitly instructed by your tax software provider.

I waited exactly 6 days for my acceptance notification in March. Called my tax preparer on day 4 who confirmed it was transmitted correctly. Got my refund of $3,247 exactly 18 days after the acceptance finally came through. System worked eventually, just slower than expected. Thanks to everyone here who helped me understand what was happening!

If you're really concerned, you could try calling the IRS directly to check on status. But fair warning - I tried calling last week and spent 3 hours on hold before getting disconnected. My friend recommended Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) which got me through to an actual IRS agent in about 15 minutes. They confirmed my return was just in normal processing queue with no issues. Saved me a ton of stress and wasted time.

Just FYI, the 'accepted' status just means your return passed the initial validation checks (correct SSN, name matches, math adds up, etc). The real processing - where they check your credits, compare to employer records, etc. - happens after that. Based on your codes, you're in normal processing with no obvious issues. Most returns with no complications are processed within 6 weeks max, even during busy season.