The links below provide information and technical guidance for Software Developers and Transmitters who are interested in developing software for the Modernized e-File Form 7004 for Tax Year 2017.
Developers and other Authorized IRS e-file Providers can find information on e-filing returns through MeF in Publication 4163 and Publication 4164. Directions for Corporations required to e-file can be found through the e-file for Large and Mid-Size Corporations website. Test Scenarios for the 7004 can be found on the ATS Updates Page.
XML Schemas, Business Rules and Memo - Throughout the year, multiple versions of these documents may be in use at the same time. Special attention should be paid to the Release Memo issue date and the projected start and end dates for Assurance Testing System and Production.
Form 7004 Schemas and Business Rules is now through the Registered User Portal and your e-services mailbox. This mailbox is part of the Secure Object Repository (SOR). Users will access their mailbox in their existing e-services account to pick up the schema and business rules packages. Please note: Form 7004 schemas and Business Rules are posted to IRS.gov with the Corporation schemas, however the 7004 schemas can be used when filing extensions for Partnership and certain Exempt Organization returns.
Instructions for accessing the SOR mailbox.
Tax Year 2017 Documents
- Tax Year 2017 7004 MeF Return Due Dates
- Tax Year 2017 Stylesheets: MeF Stylesheets
- Known e-file Issues and Solutions
Form 7004 links to TY2017 Release Memos
| Version | Available Dates | ATS Date | Production Dates | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017v2.0 | 09-27-2017 | 10-30-2017 | 01-08-2018 | 11-02-2017 Business rule updates. |