[E-file Error Code F8868- 908] How do I resolve it?

IRS Error Code [F8868-908]:

If Form 8868, Item 'ExtensionReturnCd' has any value other than "03" (Form 4720 individual), "08" (Form 1041-A), or "10" (Form 5227), or if Line 2, 'InitialReturnInd', 'FinalReturnInd', or 'AccountingPeriodChangeInd' checkbox is not checked, then the tax year ending date ('TaxPeriodEndDt' specified in the Return Header) must match the data in the e-file database.

Rejection Message:

The tax period end date of this return doesn't match the IRS e-file database.

What does it mean?

The tax period end date in the return is incorrect. For example, if your organization follows a calendar tax year, the tax period end date should be December 31. If your organization follows a fiscal tax year (e.g., April 1 to March 31), the tax period end date would be March 31. If the return has an end date other than March 31, the IRS will reject it.

Resolution:

To resolve this issue, you need to correct the tax period and re-transmit the form. Here are the steps to correct it:

Step 1: Sign in to your account.

Step 2: On the dashboard, under "Exempt Org Extensions - Form 8868," locate the rejected return.

Step 3: Click the "Rejected by the IRS" button next to the rejected return. You will see a list of errors associated with that return.

Step 4: Click the "Fix Me" button next to the error code F8868-908.

Step 5: You will be directed to the "Organization Tax Year" page. Here, you can correct the tax period end date.

Step 6: Review the details, and click the "Transmit" button to re-transmit your corrected return to the IRS at no additional cost.

We’ll keep you updated on the status of the return once we hear back from the IRS.

For any further assistance, we recommend contacting the IRS e-Help Desk at the Toll-Free Number: 1-866-255-0654.