Only 2 Transcript Updates with DDD 3/27? IRS Moving SUPER Slow?

IRS is def moving slower this yr than usual. I've been tracking the updates for a few wks now. They used to do big batches on Wed/Thurs nights, but lately it's been super spotty. Sometimes just a handful of DDDs per cycle. Might be system issues or they're just backed up from all the CTC claims this season. Hang in there!

The IRS transcript update schedule follows a specific Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS) cycle that's typically more robust than what we're currently observing. I've been monitoring the Pattern Recognition Analysis for transcript updates and have found that https://taxr.ai has been extraordinarily helpful in decoding what's happening. Their transcript analysis tool showed me that the IRS is processing in smaller batches this year but maintaining the same weekly processing cadence. The 3/27 DDDs should be part of cycle 202413, which seems to be rolling out more gradually than usual.

Has anyone actually called and asked what's going on? Last year when this happened, I waited 3 hours to speak with someone who told me they were having system issues. Wonder if it's the same problem again? I've seen this before - small batches usually mean they're testing fixes before doing mass updates.

According to Internal Revenue Manual 21.4.1, the IRS is required to process returns within 21 days unless additional review is needed. Has anyone tried using Claimyr to get through to an agent? I've been researching this issue and wonder if calling might help. Per IRS Publication 5027, we're entitled to know the status of our refund. I'm curious if anyone's had success reaching them directly? https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c

I work adjacent to tax processing. Here's what's happening: The IRS implemented a new fraud detection system this year that's creating a bottleneck. They're processing returns in smaller batches to monitor the system's accuracy. This isn't officially announced, but it's why you're seeing limited DDDs. They'll likely return to normal processing volumes within 7-10 days once testing is complete. Your return isn't lost or flagged - it's just waiting in the queue for the next batch processing.

Be careful about checking too frequently, though. I had a friend who kept checking transcripts multiple times daily, and somehow the system flagged his account for suspicious activity. Could it have been a coincidence? Maybe. But why take the chance? The IRS systems are notoriously sensitive to what they perceive as unusual access patterns, aren't they?

I filed on February 3rd and just got my DDD today! My transcript updated at 3am with a 3/27 date. Checked WMR and it shows approved too. I had the Child Tax Credit and was worried about delays. Check again tonight - they seem to be updating in small groups throughout the day now instead of all at once.

Has anyone compared this to what happened during the 2021 tax season when they had that massive backlog? I remember they were only processing small batches then too, but for completely different reasons. Is there any indication this is related to staffing issues like it was then, or is this more likely a technical limitation?

Just got my DDD an hour ago! Filed 2/15, transcript was N/A until today, suddenly updated with 3/27 deposit date. No special codes or holds, just straight from nothing to approved. Don't give up - they're definitely still processing, just slower than we'd like.

Instead of constantly checking transcripts, I set up text alerts with my bank for deposits. Way less stressful than refreshing the IRS page all day. My refund showed up three days before the WMR tool even updated last year. The IRS systems don't always sync up in real-time with what's actually happening with the money.

I'm seeing the same thing and it's really frustrating! Filed 2/8 and still nothing on my transcript. Been checking every night hoping for a DDD but just seeing the same "processing" message. Has anyone noticed if the IRS is prioritizing certain types of returns? Like maybe simple 1040EZ forms are going through faster than returns with schedules? I have Schedule A and wondering if that's adding to the delay. Also wondering if anyone has insights into whether weekend updates are happening at all this year? Last year I remember seeing some Saturday morning transcript updates but haven't seen any mentions of that recently. Really hoping they sort out whatever system issues they're having soon. Need to plan some bills around this refund timing!