Transcript Suddenly Updated After Being Blank for Weeks?

This happens every year. IRS systems update in batches. Not individual processing. Transcript databases update separately from WMR. Normal pattern for this time in tax season.

Yes! Mine just updated too after showing nothing for weeks! • Filed: February 7th • Accepted: February 7th • WMR: Stuck on first bar the whole time • Transcript: Blank until this morning • Now showing: Processing date of 3/18/2024 • Expected refund date: 3/21/2024 So relieved I'm not the only one experiencing this!

Mine updated today too! I've been checking every day since February 3rd when I filed. Transcript was completely empty until March 15th (today). Now I can see processing date of March 18th, 2024 and a direct deposit date of March 21st, 2024. Seems like they did a massive batch update overnight.

Last year I had the same issue - blank transcript for almost 4 weeks then suddenly everything appeared. This year I wasn't taking chances with the waiting game. After 2 weeks of nothing, I used Claimyr.com to get through to an IRS agent in about 15 minutes. They confirmed my return was in the system but just waiting for processing. The peace of mind was worth it rather than checking transcripts obsessively like I did last year. Anyone else thinking of calling the IRS should check them out - saves hours of redial hell.

Watch out - just because your transcript updated doesn't mean you're in the clear! Mine updated last week and I got all excited, then BAM - code 570 appeared the next day. Now I'm stuck in verification hell. 😩 Not trying to rain on anyone's parade, but don't celebrate until that money hits your account!

Did anyone notice if their WMR updated at the same time as their transcript? My transcript finally showed up today too, but WMR is still stuck on the first bar. Is that normal or should I be concerned? And did your transcript show any codes like 570 or 971?

This appears to be a fairly common occurrence, particularly during high-volume processing periods. The IRS typically runs their transcript database updates in overnight batches, which may explain why many of you are seeing updates simultaneously. It's worth noting, however, that transcript visibility doesn't necessarily guarantee imminent payment. In some cases, particularly with returns claiming certain credits, additional review steps may still be pending, even after transcript visibility is restored.

OMG same! My transcript was N/A for 5 wks then boom - updated this AM. Filed 1/29, accepted same day, CTC + EIC. Transcript shows DDD of 3/21. WMR still on 1st bar tho. IME the transcript is always more accurate than WMR. Last yr my $$ hit 2 days b4 the WMR even updated lol.