I'm going to go against the grain here. These "transcript stuck at N/A" posts appear EVERY SINGLE YEAR, and it's almost always just normal processing times! I'm so frustrated seeing people panic unnecessarily! The IRS is actually AHEAD of their processing compared to last year at this time. Self-employed returns ALWAYS take longer due to additional verification steps. Unless you're approaching 10+ weeks with no updates, this is completely NORMAL! The system works exactly as designed - it's just not designed for instant gratification.

I would perhaps suggest that there might possibly be some validity to both perspectives here. While it's generally true that N/A transcripts are often just part of normal processing, it seems that this particular tax season has, in some cases, shown somewhat longer than typical delays for certain filing categories. It's probably worth noting that the IRS is likely prioritizing certain return types, and independent contractors might, unfortunately, be experiencing slightly extended wait times due to potentially heightened verification protocols. If you need this refund somewhat urgently, you might want to consider exploring your options for expediting the process.

Cycle codes are like the IRS's secret handshake 🤝 - once you understand them, the whole system makes more sense! Your 0804 code actually tells you a lot: processed during weekend batch (08) in the 4th processing group. Fun fact: the IRS doesn't actually work weekends, but their computer systems do! 💻 If you filed 2/17 and have a 3/25 DDD, you're right on the standard 5-week timeline for electronic returns. Nothing unusual there. For anyone wanting to predict their timeline, take your filing date, add 21 days for simple returns or 35 days for returns with credits, then add a few days if you filed during peak season (which you did).

Cycle codes explained: • First 2 digits (08) = Weekend processing batch • Last 2 digits (04) = Which processing group you're in • 0804 is common for February filers • DDD of 3/25 is normal timeline for 2/17 filing • Most returns follow 21-day normal processing • Returns with credits (EITC/CTC) take longer (up to 6 weeks) • Transcripts update weekly, usually Thursday night • WMR tool updates 24-48 hours after transcript changes • Your timeline appears completely normal

WMR is down for me too. Tried all morning. Can't check my refund status. Need this money ASAP. Bills due next week. IRS should fix their systems. This happens every year. Unacceptable during tax season. Try again later tonight.

I encountered this exact issue last tax season when checking on my business amendment. The WMR tool was down for nearly 3 days straight during the second week of April. I called the IRS practitioner hotline and they confirmed it was a system-wide issue affecting multiple online services. What's concerning is that even when the tool came back online, it showed incorrect information for about 48 hours - told me my return wasn't received when it had actually been processed. I'd recommend waiting until tomorrow before getting too worried about your specific situation.

Be careful about expecting early deposits! According to irs.gov/refunds, the official DDD is when the IRS releases funds, but there's a whole chain of processing after that. I learned this the hard way waiting for a refund I desperately needed for rent. The IRS sends to H&R Block (if you used Refund Transfer), then H&R sends to your bank, then your bank processes according to their schedule. When I called H&R's customer service line at 800-HRBLOCK, they confirmed they don't release funds early and actually warned that sometimes it can take up to 5 business days AFTER the DDD if there are processing issues.

Did you choose to have your H&R Block fees taken out of your refund? Did you get an advance on your refund? What bank do you use? I've noticed that online banks like Chime sometimes post deposits a day or two early, while traditional banks hold to the exact date. My credit union actually posted my refund at 11:56pm the night before my DDD last year, which was technically early but basically the same day.

I ran into this same wall back in 2022 when I switched email providers. Remember when the IRS first rolled out the ID.me verification? That was a nightmare for everyone! What worked for me was actually using the "Get Transcript by Mail" option first, then once I had that paper transcript, I created a brand new online account. The system didn't flag it as a duplicate because I was using different email credentials. Just make sure your current mailing address matches what's on your most recent tax return.

According to the IRS.gov support page at https://www.irs.gov/help/account-help, you need to use the "Secure Access" recovery process. I'm in a similar boat - need my transcript ASAP for a mortgage application! The quickest way is to call the IRS Transcript request line at 800-908-9946 and request a mailed transcript (takes 5-10 business days) while you sort out your online access. You can also use Form 4506-T from the IRS website to request transcripts by mail.

Let me clarify how TPG works with TurboTax refunds. TPG is essentially a middleman that receives your refund first, takes out any TurboTax fees you agreed to pay from your refund, then forwards the remainder to your bank account. This extra step is why there's sometimes a delay between getting your DDD and seeing it on TPG. I wouldn't worry too much - in my experience, the money usually hits your account before TPG even updates their website.

I'm... not wanting to sound negative, but TPG has been really unreliable for me this year. I got my DDD notification last week, and TPG still hasn't updated. But here's the thing - I checked my bank account this morning and the money was already there! So maybe don't rely too much on their website? Just keep checking your actual bank account.

I might be in the minority here, but I would probably wait until the WMR officially updates before spending any significant amount. There's possibly a small chance that the card system is showing a pre-authorization rather than an actual deposit. It's likely fine to use, but without official confirmation from the IRS, there could potentially be issues if something goes wrong with the processing. Just my two cents though - most people seem to have no problems in this situation.

I checked the IRS2Go app yesterday after seeing a similar situation with my refund card showing funds before WMR updated. According to TaxSlayer's support page (https://support.taxslayer.com/hc/en-us/articles/360015704731-Where-s-My-Refund-), the WMR tool only updates once daily, usually overnight. So if your funds hit during the day, you might not see the WMR update until the next morning. My funds were available to use right away despite the WMR lag!

I'm in the same boat waiting for my STPG cashier's check right now! My DDD was March 27th, and STPG portal shows they received my funds from the IRS on March 29th, but still no check in my mailbox! Does anyone know if there's a cutoff time for STPG batch processing? I'm getting really anxious because I need these funds ASAP for a time-sensitive payment!

Has anyone had success calling STPG directly to get an updated timeline? Last year I was in this exact situation and tried calling but couldn't get through to anyone helpful. This year I'm considering asking my tax preparer to follow up on my behalf instead - do they have a special line or contact method that's more effective than what's available to us directly?

I filed exactly 24 days ago and just got my transcript updated yesterday. It went from completely blank to showing all processing codes at once. My DDD appeared exactly 7 days after the transcript updated. Based on the 2024 processing statistics I've been tracking, about 62% of returns with status changes are taking 30-45 days for initial processing. Has anyone checked if their ex-spouse has already received their refund?

Success story! I was in the same boat - blank transcript, one bar, first time HOH after divorce last year. I waited it out (though it was painful) and my transcript suddenly updated on day 31. Had my refund direct deposited 8 days later. No explanation for the delay, but everything processed correctly. Hang in there!

Just to clarify something important - cycle code 0605 means your account updates on the weekly cycle (not daily), specifically on Thursday night/Friday morning. The exact processing time is averaging 37.2 days for simple returns and 51.8 days for returns with credits based on the latest data. Having your transcripts available with no 570/971 codes is a positive indicator that you're simply in queue for final processing.

OMG I feel your pain! 😫 I've been checking WMR and transcripts obsessively for weeks now with the same cycle code. The community wisdom here is that most of us 0605 people are getting bunched together for processing. Last year there was a huge batch of 0605 refunds that all got their 846 codes on the same Friday. Fingers crossed we're all in this week's batch! 🤞