Resolving IRS e-file Error F990-902-01: Here’s How to Fix It

Error Code: F990-902-01

Error Message:
‘EIN’ of the Filer in the Return Header must be established as an exempt organization filer in the e-File database.

Understanding the Error:
You’ve encountered error F990-902-01 while e-filing your tax return. This error occurs when the EIN isn’t classed as an exempt organization in the IRS database.

Common Causes:

• Pending Exempt Status: The organization would have applied to get exempt status, but filed the 990 return before getting the tax-exempt status.

• Revoked Exempt Status: The organization’s tax-exempt status might have been revoked because it did not file returns for more than 3 consecutive years.

Steps to Resolve:

1. Verify EIN:
   1. Carefully review your tax return and compare the EIN with those on your business records and any previous tax filings.

2. Contact the IRS:
   1. If the issue persists, reach out to the IRS e-help Desk at 866-255-0654. They can verify your EIN and guide correcting any discrepancies.

3. Enter the correct information and Retransmit:
   1. If you’ve made any corrections to the EIN, retransmit it.
   2. Please note that the retransmission is FREE with TaxZerone.

Here’s how to correct this error

1. Check and ensure the EIN is correct
2. If it is incorrect, enter the correct EIN and click the Transmit button to re-transmit your return to the IRS at ZERO additional cost.
3. If the EIN has been entered correctly, contact the IRS e-help desk at 877-829-5500 or file on paper.

If data in both fields are correct but the error persists, contact the IRS e-help desk at 866-255-0654.