Why are we having to clear errors before filing extensions

[bfolsom]

We are trying to file extensions and the program won't allow unless we enter W-2 information and clear errors. We don't have some of this information yet, which is why we are filing extensions.

[Just-Lisa-Now-]

it did it last year too, annoying!!     that part doesnt get sent with the extension, so I dont think it matters what you check or enter

[MICHAELMARS]

Just put in a number and remember to remove it after filing the extension.  Extension filing is one of the most ridiculous thing of PS. 

[Jim-from-Ohio]

I have filed 175 extensions so far.. all were transmitted in spite of all errors. not really errors but fields not  yet completed. 

[MICHAELMARS]

S corps?

[Jim-from-Ohio]

For S Corp ext's - uncheck the box to efile original return.. that will fix it

[bfolsom]

Thank you very much! We will try that. 

[bfolsom]

Yes, and the extension would not go through until the fields were complete.

[MICHAELMARS]

safer to put in a w2 number, otherwise you might forget to recheck the efile button and get the wrong letters etc.