Rejected Tax Filing with Error IND-452: Does Someone Already Filed Using My SSN?
I'm looking at my transcript and I'm completely lost. I just tried filing through a tax app and got rejected. The error says "In an original return, the Primary SSN in the Return Header must not be the same as the TIN of a previously accepted electronic Individual return filed for the same tax period" with a Reject Code IND-452. There's also a note saying "Your Virginia return was rejected because of the errors on your federal return." I have no idea what this means! The app is showing me options to "Fix it now" or "Continue without fixing" and mentions "Let's fix your returns and then refile." Does this mean someone already filed using my SSN? Or did I accidentally file twice? There's all these codes and dates that make zero sense to me. Can someone break down what these different numbers mean and what I need to do to get my refund moving? What does Reject Code IND-452 actually mean in plain English? Do I need to contact the IRS? Been stuck for months and getting desperate. The app has a "Live help" option - should I use that or is there something I should try first?
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Zara Perez
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Benjamin Johnson
•thanks for responding! honestly idk which codes i have. where do i even find these?
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Zara Perez
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Gavin King
I feel u bestie, took me forever to figure out what was happening with mine. Make sure you check if theres any notices sent to your address too, sometimes they need more info but never tell you online smh
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GalaxyGuardian
Hey Benjamin! That IND-452 error is actually pretty straightforward - it means the IRS system detected that a return with your SSN was already accepted for 2024. This could be identity theft (someone filed using your info) or you might have accidentally submitted twice through different platforms. First step: log into your IRS online account and check if there's already an accepted return. If you see one you didn't file, that's identity theft and you'll need to file Form 14039. If you see your own return already there, you're good to go! The Virginia rejection is just a cascade effect - state returns get auto-rejected when the federal has issues. Once you sort the federal side, you can refile Virginia. Don't stress about those transcript codes right now - focus on checking your IRS account first. The "Live help" in your tax app might be useful, but honestly an AI tool like taxr.ai could analyze your whole situation faster if you want a complete breakdown of what's happening.
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Vincent Bimbach
•This is super helpful! I'm definitely going to check my IRS account first thing tomorrow morning. Really appreciate you breaking down what that error code actually means - makes way more sense now. Quick question though - if it turns out someone did steal my identity and file with my SSN, how long does it usually take to get that sorted out? And will I still be able to get my refund eventually?
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