IL - EF Message 0601



How do I clear Illinois EF Message 0601 on an individual return?
 

Illinois EF Message 0601: 

Schedule ICR, Lines 12a through 12j, Student Last Name, Social Security Number, Grade, School Name, and School City are significant when corresponding Schedule ICR, Student Total field is greater than zero.

To clear this EF Message: 

  • Go to data entry > States tab > Select Illinois > Credits Tab > ED (Education Expense Credit) screen 
  • Make sure that the applicable information has been entered in each available field on the screen.
    • These fields are:
      • Which Dependent
      • Grade (K-12 only)
      • School Name 
      • School City (IL only)
      • Fees