IRS Changed My Cycle Code from 05 to 04 - What Does This Mean?

The cycle code change typically indicates your return is being actively processed. 05 cycles are weekly updates (Thursday/Friday) while 04 cycles are daily updates. This usually means they're working on your return more frequently, which can be a good sign. Keep monitoring your transcript for any new updates or codes.

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same thing happened to me last week and got my DDD today!!

The IRS is such a mess this year smh. Been waiting since January and they keep changing stuff on my transcript 🤡

mine switched from 04 to 05 then back to 04... ended up getting my refund 2 weeks later

They switched mine too!!! Hoping this means were getting closer to that bag 💅

I had the exact same thing happen! Went from 05 to 04 about 3 weeks ago and was stressing about it. But like DeShawn said, it just means they're processing more frequently. I actually got my 846 code (refund issued) yesterday! The cycle change was definitely a good sign in my case. Hang in there, sounds like you're getting close! 🤞