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How to Resolve IRS Rejection, Missing Document: 8453 Signature Document

IRS Rejection Reason Missing Document: If 'SignatureOptionCd' in the Return Header has the value "Binary Attachment 8453 Signature Document", then a binary attachment with description "8453 Signature Document".

IRS Rejection Reason

Missing Document: If 'SignatureOptionCd' in the Return Header has the value "Binary Attachment 8453 Signature Document", then a binary attachment with description "8453 Signature Document" must be present in the return.

RuleNum: R0000-055-02

Issue: The user forgot to attach the 8453 Signature Form.

Resolution:

  1. Navigate to Tax Forms ‚Üí Review & File Forms ‚Üí File Forms
  2. Locate the form that needs to be resubmitted and unlock then lock it
  3. Check the E-File checkbox.
  4. Click Save and Next.
  5. Click the provided link to download Form 8453-TE.
  6. Print and sign the form.
  7. Save the signed Form 8453-TE to your local machine.
  8. Click the "Add Attachment" button.
  9. Fill in the Name field (do not use special characters).
  10. Click "Choose File" and select the signed Form 8453-TE from your local machine.
  11. Click "Add" to upload the form.
  12. Navigate to Tab 3: E-File Validation.
  13. Click "Run Validation".
  14. Navigate to Tab 4: E-File Submission & Status.
  15. Click the appropriate Submit Form button.