Error Code 026 Correction - Page 1 of 3This page (1 of 3) contains a decision flowchart for the tax examiner to use when attempting to correct Error Code 026.Error Code 026 CorrectionAlways drop the cursor to the bottom of the screen and transmit before proceeding. Note: If prepaid credits are present see Error Code for instructions.Is the Tax Period edited correctly? Note: Search the return and attachments for the correct Tax Period if there is no pre-printed label and/or no written date(s) on the top of Page 1.NOCorrect the document and the screen.YESIs the Tax Period transcribed correctly?NOCorrect the Tax Period (Field 01TXP).YESIs the EIN transcribed correctly?NOChange the EIN and research INOLES on the new EIN to ensure the FYM agrees with the document.YESIs CCC G present?YESEnter C in the Clear Code field.NOIs the return Final?YESEnter an F in Field 01CCC.NOResearch INOLES, ENMOD (or BMFOLE). Does the FYM agree with the FYM on the document, or is there a PENDING (PN) TC 016 or 090 with the correct FYM shown on ENMOD?YESEnter C in the Clear Code field.NOIs TC 052, 053, 054, 055, 057, 090, 091, 092, 093, 094, 095, or 096 present, and is the date of the transaction within 12 months of the Tax Period on the document? (See Error Code 026 for definition of TC’s).YES1. If the transaction code Tax Period matches the return enter C in the Clear Code Field. 2. If TC 059 is present, SSPND 351 or follow local procedures. 3. If there is a Tax Period mismatch, SSPND 320 to Entity Control and attach Form 4227 with an explanation.NOcontinued on next page