PA UC appeal system error blocking me - deadline in days! Help!

What exactly is the error code you're getting? Sometimes those errors have specific meaning and require specific fixes. Also, when you called, did you get through to an actual claims examiner or just a first-level customer service rep? The regular reps often can't help with technical issues. If your deadline is that close, you might want to consider mailing a paper appeal with delivery confirmation to protect your appeal rights while you sort out the technical issues.

same thing happened to me last month!! the online system is GARBAGE. error codes all day. wasted so much time trying to fix it myself. you gotta call and specifically ask for a tier 2 support person who can help with appeal submission errors. don't take no for an answer!!

I've been on PA unemployment 3 times in the last 4 years and every single time there's some kind of system issue. My brother-in-law works in IT and he says their whole system is running on technology from like 2003. It's ridiculous how they expect people to use a system that barely functions. My last claim I had to appeal because they said I didn't do my work search activities even though I definitely did and logged them all. The appeal system wouldn't let me submit either. So frustrating.

Here's what you need to do immediately to protect your appeal rights: 1. Mail your appeal via CERTIFIED mail with RETURN RECEIPT to: PA UC Appeals PA Department of Labor & Industry 651 Boas Street, Room 1116 Harrisburg, PA 17121 2. Include a cover letter explaining you've been unable to file online due to Error 406 3. Include ALL supporting documentation 4. Take photos of everything before mailing 5. Keep your certified mail receipt This preserves your appeal rights as long as it's postmarked before your deadline. PA UC is required to honor appeals received by mail even if they prefer online filing.

I had a similar issue with the appeals system earlier this year. The Error 406 usually means there's something wrong with the file format you're trying to upload. Try converting your documents to PDF if they aren't already, and make sure each file is under 4MB. The PA UC system is super picky about file types and sizes.

When I couldn't get through to anyone at UC after calling for DAYS about my appeal, I finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com). They basically get you through to an actual PA UC agent without all the busy signals and waiting. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2. It was the only way I could talk to someone who actually had authority to help with my appeal issue instead of just telling me to "try online."

Just want to add that Error 406 is usually related to either incorrect file format OR your PA UC account might be missing some verification elements. In my experience, if your ID.me verification isn't 100% complete, the system will reject document uploads with cryptic error messages. Double-check your dashboard to make sure there aren't any pending verification items.

UPDATE: You all are amazing!! I tried converting my files to PDF and it WORKED!!! The system finally accepted my appeal documents. I also went ahead and mailed a paper copy certified mail just to be safe like someone suggested. Thank you everyone for your help - I was having panic attacks over this!

For anyone else who finds this thread with similar issues: Error 406 in the PA UC system typically means one of four things: 1. File format incompatibility (convert to PDF) 2. File size too large (keep under 4MB) 3. Account verification incomplete (check ID.me status) 4. Browser compatibility issue (try Edge or Chrome in incognito mode) Always keep documentation of your attempts to file, and remember that paper appeals are still valid as long as they're postmarked by your deadline date.