Accepted 2/5 and WMR Still Says Processing - No Transcript Update for 2024?

This might actually be somewhat normal, especially for this tax season. The IRS seems to be experiencing possibly longer than usual processing times for many filers. Your return could be in the verification queue, or perhaps there's a discrepancy they're sorting through that doesn't necessarily mean an audit is coming. It's probably worth noting that the transcript not updating isn't always a bad sign - sometimes they update everything at once right before issuing the refund.

Have you tried checking your account transcript instead of your return transcript? Sometimes the account transcript will show pending actions when the return transcript still shows N/A. This happens more frequently than you'd think - I've seen cases where people had no return transcript for 12+ weeks but their account transcript showed activity. Compared to last year, the processing seems even slower for February filers, while January filers moved through more quickly.

I was in the EXACT same situation last month and was losing my mind! Here's what finally worked: Step 1: I tried calling the regular IRS number for 3 days straight - complete waste of time Step 2: Used Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) and got through to an agent in about 15 minutes Step 3: The agent confirmed my return was in manual review due to a verification issue Step 4: They expedited it once I explained my situation I was SO FRUSTRATED with the lack of updates, but at least talking to someone gave me real answers instead of the useless WMR tool. My refund was processed 5 days after that call. Without Claimyr I'd probably still be trying to get through.

This happened to me last year! I filed on February 8th and my transcript didn't update until April 2nd. I was checking every single morning at 6am (probably overkill, I know). I even created a spreadsheet tracking WMR messages and transcript updates for three different tax years to look for patterns. What finally worked was checking my account transcript instead of return transcript - it showed a 570 code before anything else updated. The funny thing is, there was absolutely nothing wrong with my return - it just got caught in some random verification queue.

I'm so relieved to find this thread because I've been going CRAZY with the same issue! What worked for me was checking my transcript by phone instead of online. Call 800-908-9946 and request it by mail. For some bizarre reason, my mailed transcript showed processing activity that wasn't showing online. It makes NO SENSE but it gave me peace of mind knowing something was happening. The system is so frustrating but at least this way you can see if there's movement!

Wow, this is more complex than it should be! Here's what could be happening: • Path Act delay if you claimed certain credits • Manual review queue (completely random selection) • Verification of income or withholding • System backlog from high volume filing period • Transcript database lag (separate from processing) I'm surprised how many returns from early February are still stuck! The IRS claims 21 days for most returns, but clearly that's not happening for everyone.

Have you checked for a TC 570 code on your account transcript? This indicates a hold has been placed on your refund pending review. The absence of a 2024 transcript could indicate your return is in pre-processing verification, which occurs before the return is officially entered into the Master File system. What was your AGI from last year? There seems to be correlation between income changes and extended processing times.

I might be in the minority here, but I would suggest maybe holding off on calling the IRS just yet. In my experience, calling too early sometimes leads to them just telling you to wait longer anyway. I've seen cases where people who filed around your time suddenly had everything update all at once this past week. If you do decide to call though, be prepared with all your documents and specific questions, as they tend to be more helpful when you can point to exact issues.

My return was stuck like yours - filed 2/7, no movement until last Friday. It was like watching paint dry on a rainy day. Then BOOM - transcript updated, WMR changed, and refund hit my account Monday morning. The IRS system is like a black box where your return disappears for weeks then suddenly emerges fully processed. My advice: set up direct deposit alerts with your bank rather than checking WMR. The technical explanation is that your return is likely in the pre-assessment verification queue, which happens before transcripts even generate. Hang in there!