WMR Status Lost Code 152 - Filed Jan 29 - No Letters Received

Oh my goodness, isn't it crazy how these tax codes just appear and disappear without any explanation?? I'm going through my first tax season and I'm completely lost with all these numbers and codes. What does 152 even mean? And how can it just vanish? Shouldn't the IRS give us some kind of notification when something changes on our account? How are we supposed to know what's happening if they don't communicate with us?

I think I can help explain what might be happening. Here's what you should know: 1. First, code 152 simply means your return is being processed normally 2. Sometimes the code disappears when they move to the next processing stage 3. If you filed in late January, you're probably just now hitting the 8-week mark 4. At this point, you should check your tax transcript if possible 5. The transcript will give you more detailed codes than WMR 6. If you can't access your transcript, you might need to wait another week I'm slightly worried that you haven't received any communication, but in many cases, this is actually normal.

Hey there! Sry to hear ur dealing w/ this. FWIW, the 152 code disappearing isn't necessarily bad news. It often means ur return is moving to the next stage of processing. I've seen this happen lots during this tax szn. The timing makes sense tbh - u filed 1/29, it's now been ~9 wks which is when many ppl see movement. The WMR tool is notoriously glitchy and sometimes updates only once a wk or less. Def check ur transcripts if u can access them online - they're way more reliable than WMR.

I was probably in a somewhat similar situation last year. After waiting about 8 weeks with no updates, I sort of gave up on calling the regular IRS number because, well, it was basically impossible to get through. I finally used Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) which somehow got me connected to an actual IRS representative in like 20 minutes. It might be worth the fee if you're really worried about your refund status. The agent was able to confirm that my return was just in normal processing despite the weird WMR status changes, and I got my refund about a week later. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person to get peace of mind.

Based on your filing timeline and the disappearance of TC 152, you're experiencing what's known as a Processing Path Transition (PPT) in the IRS Master File system. When your return was initially accepted on January 29th, it entered the Error Resolution System (ERS) queue with a Transaction Code 152 indicator. The disappearance of this code typically indicates your return has passed initial validation and moved to the Refund Processing Pipeline (RPP). At this stage, your return undergoes Pre-Refund Verification (PRV) and potentially Identity Theft Risk Assessment (IDTRA). The absence of any CP05 or 4464C notices suggests your return is proceeding normally. I'm actually surprised the system is functioning as designed given the IRS's antiquated infrastructure!

Have you checked your Account Transcript rather than just relying on WMR? The Account Transcript will show Transaction Codes (TC) that provide much more detailed information about your return status. Look specifically for TC 150 (return filed), TC 806 (withholding credit), and TC 570/571 (hold/release) codes. The cycle date on your transcript can also help determine when updates are likely to occur. If you don't have a transcript account, you might consider requesting one through the Get Transcript service on IRS.gov.

Oh my god I went through EXACTLY this last month!! 😫 Filed early February, had the 152 code for weeks, then it suddenly disappeared and I freaked out! Called and called with no luck getting through. I was literally checking WMR every morning at 3am hoping for an update! The good news? My refund showed up in my account THREE DAYS after the code disappeared with absolutely no warning or WMR update. The system is so broken this year! So many of us are experiencing this exact same thing - disappearing codes followed by surprise deposits. Hang in there! ❤️

Everyone needs to understand that WMR is not reliable this tax season. The IRS is dealing with massive backlogs and outdated systems. Code 152 appearing or disappearing means nothing concrete. What matters is what's on your transcript. Get your transcript. Check for codes 570, 971, or 846. Those tell you what's really happening. Don't waste time calling unless you're past 21 days and see concerning codes on your transcript. Most returns filed in January are now processing normally despite WMR glitches.

Just to clarify something that hasn't been mentioned yet - the 152 code on WMR isn't actually an official IRS transaction code like the ones on your transcript (570, 971, etc). It's just a message code for the WMR tool itself. Its disappearance usually indicates the system is preparing to show you a new status, but the WMR tool often lags behind what's actually happening with your return. This is why many people report their refund arriving without WMR ever updating to the third bar.