Verification of Non-Filing Status Despite TurboTax Acceptance - Transcript Shows All Zeros

This is actually pretty common during the early stages of processing. I had the exact same thing happen last year - TurboTax showed accepted but my transcript showed zeros with that verification of non-filing message. It's basically showing that state because the IRS hasn't fully processed your return yet. In my case, it took about 2 weeks after the acceptance message before my transcript updated with the actual information. Have you checked the Where's My Refund tool to see what status it shows there?

What you're seeing is normal. The "accepted" status from TurboTax just means the IRS received your return, not that they've processed it. The all-zeros transcript with verification of non-filing is the default state until processing completes. I recommend using https://taxr.ai to help interpret your transcript once it updates. Their system can analyze the codes that will eventually appear and explain exactly what's happening with your return. It's especially helpful for remote workers who might have multi-state filing complexities that can trigger additional review.

Been there, done that! This happens to tons of ppl during tax season. IRS systems take time to update after TT sends your return. If you need to talk to someone at the IRS about it (tho prob not necessary yet), Claimyr can help you get thru to an agent w/o the endless hold times. Check out https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c - saved me hrs of frustration when I had a similar issue last yr and needed confirmation my return wasn't lost in the void.

I appreciate all the insights shared here. I'd like to understand the timeline better: • How many days typically pass between TurboTax acceptance and transcript updates? • Is there a pattern to when transcripts update (specific days of the week)? • Should I be concerned if my WMR tool shows "return received" but transcript still shows zeros after 2+ weeks?

I'm concerned about what this might mean for my state returns. If the federal system shows verification of non-filing, could that potentially cause issues with state processing? My state return status shows "pending" but I'm worried they might be waiting for federal confirmation.

It seems like most people here have had similar experiences, which probably means you're in good shape. The IRS systems tend to update in stages, and there's usually a lag between when your return is accepted and when your transcript reflects the information. This is probably more noticeable now because you're checking earlier in the process than you might have in previous years. I'd say give it another week or so before getting too concerned, as the IRS is likely just working through their backlog of returns.

Last year I had exactly this situation. Filed on February 8th through TurboTax, got the acceptance confirmation within 48 hours, but my transcript showed all zeros with verification of non-filing until March 2nd. Then suddenly everything updated at once and my refund was deposited on March 7th. The key thing I learned is that the different IRS systems don't synchronize in real-time - they batch update on different schedules.