3.41.276 Form 941 and Schedule R Processing on Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System

Manual Transmittal

November 06, 2023

Purpose

(1) This transmits revised IRM 3.41.276, Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations - Form 941 and Schedule R Processing on Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System.

Material Changes

(1) IRM 3.41.276.5, Line (1), Changed Consolidated Imaging System (CIS) to Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII).

(2) IRM 3.41.276.9.2, Line (2), Added the new menu selections for the Form 8941 and renumbered and retitled all other form revisions accordingly.

(3) IRM 3.41.276.9.4, Line (2), Added the new menu selections for the 2023 Form 943 Schedule R and renumbered and retitled all other form revisions accordingly.

(4) IRM 3.41.276.12.5, Line (7) (e), Changed Consolidated Imaging System (CIS) to Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII).

(5) IRM 3.41.276.15, Line (6) Table, Line (8) and Line (9) Table, Removed Temporary Guidance and Line (8), Changed Correspondence Imaging System (CIS) to Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII).

(6) Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Removed Temporary Guidance from the ERS Action Instructions.

(7) Exhibit 3.41.276-6, Added/updated 12 new transcription fields to the table and provided the Screen Prompts, Descriptions and Instructions for each field. 12 new renamed columns to the Stand-Alone 943 Schedule R.

(8) Editorial corrections and consistency changes made throughout including spelling, grammar, punctuation and formatting, removing italics, updating titles, correcting IRM links, Plain Language updates to improve readability, etc.

Effect on Other Documents

IRM 3.41.276, dated November 18, 2022 (effective date January 1, 2023) is superseded.

Audience

Wage and Investment, Submission Processing Site, Receipt and Control Operation, Document Perfection Operation, and Data Conversion Operation Employees

Effective Date

(01-01-2024)

James L. Fish
Director, Submission Processing
Customer Accounts Services
Wage and Investment

Program Scope and Objectives

  1. This program provides human intervention for data verification of electronic data record created by optical recognition engines for the purpose of data capture from paper returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

    1. This chapter also provides information for Quality Review in performing the review of information transcribed on Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System (SCRIPS).

    2. Use IRM 1.11.10, Interim Guidance Process, and elevate through the proper channels for operational situations, temporary procedures, pilot programs, or a change to current procedures.

  2. Purpose: The instructions in this IRM apply to the paper filed Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return, and Form 941 Schedule R, Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 941 Filers and Form 943 (SCH R), Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 943 Filers processed through Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System (SCRIPS).

  3. Audience: Submission Processing Data Conversion Operation, Receipt and Control Operation and Document Perfection Operation personnel and their support staff, including but not limited to the following: peripheral scanner operators, clerks, tax examiners, leads and supervisors. These instructions apply to all campuses.

  4. Policy Owner: The Director, Submission Processing, Wage and Investment Division.

  5. Program Owner: Mail Management Data Conversion Section, Paper Processing Branch (an Organization within Submission Processing).

  6. Primary Stakeholders: Those affected by these procedures or have input to the procedures, including a change in workflow, additional duties, change in established time frames, and similar issues include:

    • Accounts Management (AM)

    • Chief Counsel

    • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

    • Compliance Strategy and Policy

    • Information Technology (IT) Programmers

    • Office of Servicewide Penalties

    • Operations Business Support

    • Small Business/Self Employed (SB/SE)

    • Submission Processing (SP)

    • Tax Exempt/Government Entities (TEGE)

    • Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS)

  7. Program Goals: Convert processable paper media employment returns to electronic data records.

Background

  1. Filers send paper employment forms and schedules to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to fulfill their requirement to file a quarterly employment tax return and provide their taxpayer identification number (TIN). The IRS must convert the information present on the paper filings to an electronic data record. Employees input and validate the data present and the IRS systems for these records during conversion to electronic data records.

Authority

  1. Authority for these procedures is found in Title 26 of the United States Code (USC) or more commonly known as the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). The IRC is amended by acts, public laws, treasury determinations, rules, and regulations such as the following:

    • American Taxpayer Relief Act (ATRA)

    • Consolidated Appropriations Act (Extenders)

    • Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act

    • Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act (HCERA)

    • The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act

    Note:

    The above list is not all inclusive of the various updates to the IRC.

  2. All policy statements for Submission Processing are found in IRM 1.2.1.4, Servicewide Policies and Authorities, Policy Statements for Submission Processing Activities:

    • Code sections that provide the IRS with the authority to issue levies.

    • Congressional Acts that outline additional authorities and responsibilities like the Travel and Transportation Reform Act of 1998 or the Tax Act of 1986.

    • Policy Statements that provide authority for the work done.

Roles and Responsibilities

  1. The Director, Submission Processing approves and authorizes issuance of this IRM.

  2. The Planning and Analysis staff provides feedback and supports local management to monitor and achieve scheduled goals.

  3. The Operation Manager secures, assigns and provides training for the staff needed to perform the duties presented in this IRM.

  4. The Team Manager assigns, monitors and controls the workflow to complete the work timely.

  5. The Employee applies the instruction for the duties presented in this IRM on the SCRIPS system to accurately convert paper data to an electronic data record for proper posting for use by the IRS.

Program Management Review

  1. Program Reports: The reports listed below show work schedules, receipts, production and inventory for conversion of paper returns to electronic data. Management uses these reports to monitor the daily and weekly status of the program through completion.

    • IPS0083, Workstation Operator Statistics Program and Function Summary Report

    • IPS0698, Workflow Status

    • IPS10610, Run Balancing Report

    • IPS06440, Throughput Statistics Report

    • PCC 2240, Daily Production Report - Program Sequence

    • PCC 6040, SC WP&C Performance and Cost Report

    • PCC 6240, SC WP&C Program Analysis Report

    • PCB 0440, Daily Workload and Staff hours Schedule

    • PCB 0540, Weekly Workload and Staffing Schedule

  2. Program Effectiveness: Management measures weekly goals using the above reports for each function compared to the established completion schedule. Each function must complete the inventory on or before the program completion, and to retain or exceed schedule prior to the program completion date stated in IRM 3.30.123, Work Planning and Control Processing Timeliness: Cycles, Criteria, and Critical Dates. Local management conducts and monitors quality reviews and takes corrective action to ensure quality products. A managerial or product review in the Data Validation function is performed each week on every employee and entered into Embedded Quality for Submission Processing System (EQSP). Managerial and product reviews supplement the quality review process.

  3. Annual Review: Management reviews the processes in this manual annually to ensure accuracy and promote consistent tax administration.

Program Controls

  1. Management can use local reports to establish additional information for maintaining daily program control. Local reports never replace the established official reports.

Terms and Definitions

  1. The following is a list of terms and acronyms used throughout this IRM.

    TERM DEFINITION
    Alpha Character A character (letter) of the alphabet.
    Alphanumeric Field A field that accepts both alpha and numeric characters.
    APO Army Post Office
    Application Refers to the system used for form type processed (i.e., IRP, ACA-IRP, Schedule K-1, Form 940, Form 941, Stand-Alone Schedule R).
    Block DLN The first 11 digits of the 14-digit document locator number (DLN) consisting of a two-digit file location code, tax class (tax class is always 1 for Form 941), two-digit document code, three-digit Julian day, three-digit block number. Also see DLN.
    Capture The process of obtaining images of a document for character recognition and operator use.
    Character Any symbol or alpha (special or numeric), that represents information.
    Character Recognition The process of converting information from paper images to digital data form.
    Check Digit (CD) Check Digit is a two position Alpha Code preceding the EIN or SSN on a label.
    Cursor A vertical line showing the position where the next entry is keyed.
    Data Fields Fields that do not include entity fields, e.g., on all documents listed such as: money amounts, dates, indicators, covered individuals, etc.
    DLN
    (Document Locator Number)
    A 14-digit document locator number consisting of a two-digit file location code, tax class (tax class is always 1 for Form 941), two-digit document type, three-digit Julian day, three-digit block number, two-digit sequence number and a year digit. Also see Block DLN.
    Document Code
    (Doc Code)
    The fourth and fifth position of each DLN identifying the type of return the electronic data record has captured. The document code is always 41 for Form 941.
    DPO Diplomatic Post Office
    DV
    (Data Validation)
    Workstation operators enter, verify and/or correct data in flagged fields.
    EIN An employer identification number (a nine-digit number) typically identifies an entity such as a corporation, a trust, a nonprofit association, or a sole proprietor whose module resides on the business master file. Usually in NN-NNNNNNN format.
    Entity/Entity Fields The part of the document dealing with TIN, name, and requests an address be present for the entries.
    ERS Error Resolution System
    Field Specific area provided for data entry.
    Flag A question mark used to designate an unrecognizable character, or an error within a field.
    FLC
    (File Location Code)
    A two-digit number designed to represent the Service Center where an action is taken on a taxpayer module. The action is a transaction representing a return filing or subsequent compliance action.
    Form Identification Number
    (Form ID)
    A six-digit number located at the top right of each page of a SCRIPS Form 941 return.
    • First two-digits = Document Code

    • Third and Fourth digits = Page number of the return

    • Fifth and Sixth digits = Year the template (form layout or form revision) is last updated/changed

    FPO Fleet Post Office
    Function Keys The upper row of keys on the SCRIPS keyboard. The function keys <F1> through <F12>.
    Highlighting A three-dimensional shadowing of a template field used to direct attention to the field. Used in OE to display the current cursor position. Used in DV to display the current cursor position, and the current field with the error.
    The <Ctrl>-5 function key highlights the corresponding field on the image template.
    Image Strip A section of the true and complete image magnified and displayed above the template. The image strip displayed is a magnified version of the corresponding field highlighted on the image.
    Pressing <Ctrl>-3 toggles the image strip on and off.

    Reminder:

    The Image Strip does not display if the form needed Form Identification (FI) during scanning or the <F4> key has been used to change the form year template.

    Key Combination Keystroke commands requiring two or more simultaneous key presses.

    Example:

    Press <Ctrl>-P or post-to-close means to press and hold the <Ctrl> key and then press the P key before releasing the <Ctrl> key.

    LC
    (Location Code)
    A two-digit number designed to represent the Service Center where an action is taken on a taxpayer module. This acronym is used in place of FLC in creating sanitized DLN’s (e.g. LC#########).
    Menu A list of operations/options the workstation operator makes a selection.
    Message Window A window that appears within the main window. It usually appears in the center of the screen. The system uses these windows to relay messages to the operator.
    Name Control A code of up to four characters consisting of alphas and numerics, derived from a taxpayer's name or business name.
    Non-Conforming Form A form the scanner cannot recognize.
    Numeric Character A number ranging from 0 to 9. A digit.
    OE
    (Original Entry)
    Workstation operators enter data into the template field that corresponds to the data in the fields of the scanned document image.
    Prompt A message or statement displayed requiring an operator response.
    Sequence Number/ Serial Number (SN) A two-digit number located at positions 12 and 13 within the DLN that uniquely identifies the document.
    Sight-Verify Examine a highlighted field in DV. If correct, release the field. If incorrect, correct the field. Also, called verify.
    Social Security Number (SSN) A nine-digit number issued to an individual by the Social Security Administration. The IRS uses this number to process tax documents and returns. Usually in NNN-NN-NNNN format.
    Special Characters (symbols) *, &, /, -, %, #, ?, etc.

    Note:

    Ampersand "&" is not considered a special character in the name line entry.

    Status Line A strip of information found along the bottom right side of the main working window below the prompt area. Displays the program number, DLN/SN, document count, and AUTO, Insert and Numeric indicators.
    Submission Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return, and its associated schedules and Forms 94x Stand-Alone Schedule R. Also, called a unit-of-work (UW).
    Template Each image of the form processed by SCRIPS is displayed on the left side of the workstation screen. A corresponding line by line template representing the fields of the form appears on the right, displaying fields for data entry.
    TIN Taxpayer Identification Number. Either an EIN or an SSN.
    Transmittal A Form 1332-SC, Block and Selection Record, Breaker Sheet.
    True and Complete Image The image the system displays for data entry or validation purposes. If available, the system always displays it on the left half of the monitor screen.
    Unit-of-Work (UW) A group of Form 941 containing one transmittal and one or more Form 941.

Related Resources

  1. The following table lists the IRM primary sources of guidance on the processing of paper filed Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return and Forms 94x Stand-Alone Schedule R.

    IRM Title Guidance on
    IRM 3.10.5 Campus Mail and Work Control - Batch/Block Tracking System (BBTS) utilizing BBTS to drop unit production cards for daily incoming receipts and production
    IRM 3.10.72 Campus Mail and Work Control - Receiving, Extracting, and Sorting receiving, extracting, sorting, and routing mail within the Submission Processing campuses
    IRM 3.10.73 Campus Mail and Work Control - Batching and Numbering batching and numbering with a document locator number (DLN) of documents
    IRM 3.11.13 Returns and Documents Analysis - Employment Tax Returns document perfection to code and edit (perfect) returns and other documents for input to the Master File (MF) through the Integrated Submission and Remittance Processing System (ISRP) or the Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System (SCRIPS)
    IRM 3.41.274 Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations General Instructions for Processing via Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System workstation functions, workstation keyboard, windows environment and general instruction for entering data for tax returns and related data through SCRIPS
    IRM 3.41.275 Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations Scanner Operations on Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System scanning returns on SCRIPS
    IRM 10.5.1 Privacy and Information Protection - Privacy Policy shipping of SCRIPS requests
    Document 12990 Records and Information Management Records Control Schedules time frame to destroy paper sample after conversion to electronic data records
    Document 13144 Proper PII Shipping Procedures shipping of SCRIPS requests
  2. Document 7071-A, Name Control Job Aid - For Use Outside of the Entity Area.

  3. IRM’s present on the Servicewide Electronic Research Program (SERP) at the following site: http://serp.enterprise.irs.gov/homepage.html. Specific instructional links available on the BMF Data Conversion Research Portal located at http://serp.enterprise.irs.gov/databases/portals/sp/bmf/data-conversion/data-conversion.html.

  4. IRM 3.13.62, Campus Document Services, Media Transport and Control, or IRM 10.5.1, Privacy and Information Protection - Privacy Policy, provides information on shipping Personally Identifiable Information (PII). This document is located at: http://publish.no.irs.gov/mailtran/pii.html, titled Postal and Transport Policy. Prepare Form 3210, Document Transmittal, and include with ship documents.

Local Desk Procedures Guidelines

  1. Some Submission Processing Campuses have developed local use Desk Procedures. These procedures must only supplement existing Headquarters’ procedures or convey local routing procedures.

  2. All existing local procedures require review by the Operation Manager or designated employee upon receipt of Information Alerts, Questions and Answers (SERP Feedback) or a new IRM revision to ensure conformance with Headquarters Procedures.

  3. Unit managers must have a signed approval, on file, from the responsible Operation Manager for all Submission Processing Local Desk Procedures.

    Note:

    The signed approval must reflect the current processing year.

Introduction

  1. This IRM section describes certain tasks necessary in the processing of Form 941, Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return and Form 943 (SCH R), Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 943 Filers, filed on paper through the Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System (SCRIPS).

  2. Submit IRM deviations in writing following instructions from IRM 1.11.2.2, Internal Management Documents System - Internal Revenue Manual (IRM) Process Standards, and elevate through proper channels for executive approval. No deviations.

  3. The IRS adopted the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TBOR) lists rights that already existed in the tax code, putting them in simple language and grouping them into 10 fundamental rights. It is the employees responsibility to become familiar with and to act in accord with taxpayer rights. See IRC 7803(a)(3), Execution of Duties in Accord with Taxpayer Rights, and additional information on the Taxpayer Bill of Rights site located at the following location: https://www.irs.gov/taxpayer-bill-of-rights.

Source Documents

  1. The instructions in this section apply only to the form types listed below for tax years 2005 and later:

    • Form 941, Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return

    • Form 941 Schedule B, Report of Tax Liability for Semiweekly Schedule Depositors

    • Form 941 Schedule R, Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 941 Filers

    • Form 943 (SCH R), Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 943 Filers

    • Form 940 Schedule R, Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 940 Filers

Program Codes

  1. Use the program codes listed below when entering Form 941 through SCRIPS:

    Forms Program Number Tax Class/Document Codes Master File Tax (MFT)
    941 All Other 11205 141 01
    941 Refunds 11206 141 01
    941 With Remit 11208 141 01

  2. Use the program codes listed below when entering Form 943 with Schedule R or Loose/Stand-Alone Schedule R through SCRIPS:

    Forms Program Number Tax Class/Document codes
    Loose/Stand-Alone Schedule R 11620 900
    Form 943 with Schedule R 11620 900

How to Use This Internal Revenue Manual (IRM)

  1. Keystroke Combinations

    • Carets enclose simultaneous keystroke combinations.

      Example:

      <Enter>

    • A hyphen separates multiple keystroke combinations.

      Example:

      <Ctrl>-P. This means hold down the <Ctrl> key while pressing the P key.

  2. Glossary: IRM 3.41.276.1.6, Terms/Definitions, Exhibit 3.41.276-15, Consolidated List of Acronyms, and Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return, has a glossary of terms related directly and indirectly to Form 941 SCRIPS processing.

  3. QUICK START: Each function (Original Entry (OE) From Paper, Data Validation (DV) From Image, Original Entry (OE) From Image, etc.) begins with QUICK START instructions intended to speed access to a unit-of-work (UW). For detailed data entry and validation instructions, see IRM 3.41.276.12, General Correction Procedures, Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return, and the tables and transcription sheet exhibits in the back of the IRM. More general instructions appear in IRM 3.41.274, Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations-General Instructions for Processing via Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System.

    Reminder:

    Whenever IRM 3.41.274, OCR Scanning Operations, General Instructions for Processing via SCRIPS, and this IRM conflict, this IRM takes precedence.

  4. Tables

    Table Location Table Table Entries and Use
    IRM 3.41.276.1.6 Acronyms/Terms and Definitions provides the corresponding definitions for the provided listing of terms and abbreviations used throughout section 276 of chapter 41
    IRM 3.41.276.1.7 Related Resources list related resources to use in conjunction with the instruction given
    IRM 3.41.276.3.1 Source Documents list each form name and title
    IRM 3.41.276.8 Workstation Operations
    Specific Key Functionality
    list specific keyboard keys and key combinations with the functionality of each listed
    Exhibit 3.41.276-9 Street Abbreviations lists specific street address abbreviations for use when it is necessary to reduce the address to 35 characters
    Exhibit 3.41.276-10 Alphabetical Listing of Major Cities with Major City Codes and Zone Improvement Plan (ZIP) Codes lists major city codes for use with address entry
    Exhibit 3.41.276-14 Valid Characters list valid characters and describes the characters allowed in fields present on the transcription sheets

  5. Transcription Sheets provide most of the information needed to process Form 941, Form 943 Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R on SCRIPS. The following Exhibits contain the transcription sheets for use in the OE and DV functions.

    Transcription Sheets Exhibit Location Transcription Sheets Exhibit Title
    Exhibit 3.41.276-1 Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields
    Exhibit 3.41.276-2 Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 1 (All Revisions) and Page 2 (Form Revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and Later) Part 1
    Exhibit 3.41.276-3 Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 2 (All Revisions) and Page 3 (Form Revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and) Part 2 through Part 5
    Exhibit 3.41.276-4 Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule B
    Exhibit 3.41.276-5 Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet
    Exhibit 3.41.276-6 Transcription Sheets - Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet
    Exhibit 3.41.276-7 Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet
    Exhibit 3.41.276-8 Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

Batching

  1. Use the following programs to batch the Form 941 for processing:

    Batch Type Description Program Number
    Perfect/Imperfect All Other 11205
    Perfect/Imperfect Refund 11206
    Perfect/Imperfect With Remit/Lockbox 11208

    Note:

    Batch returns with money amounts on both the refund and balance due lines or returns with a money amount on the balance due line and the "Apply to next return" or "Send a refund" box is checked on the refund line, as Non-Refund (All Other).

  2. Sort the following returns and batch as "Perfect" :

    • current quarter (current form revision) timely filed returns without attachments (ONLY 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3, Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet, or Form 8974) AND without extraneous writing (such as: "Final" , "Deceased" , "Out of Business" , etc.) on 941 Page 1

    Reminder:

    All returns with a 941 Schedule R attached require processing through SCRIPS. Send returns with a 941 Schedule R attached as "OE Paper" , if they appear not scannable.

    Note:

    Sort any returns missing 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3, as "Imperfect" .

  3. Instructions for batching "Perfect" returns:

    1. Place returns in "stat" boxes or on batch carts.

    2. Establish batches on the Batch Block Tracking System (BBTS) with an estimated volume and the SCRIPS block count. Allow the SCRIPS block count for each batch to default to the BBTS calculation or enter "1" .

    3. The required route is 180, 550, 300, 500, 450, 610.

  4. Sort the following returns and batch as "Imperfect" :

    • current quarter (current form revision) timely filed returns with attachments

    • current quarter delinquent returns

    • prior quarter returns (form revisions 2005 and later with a tax quarter 200503 and later ONLY)

      Note:

      Form Revisions 2004 and prior or 200412 and prior tax quarters must be batched for processing through Integrated Submission and Remittance Processing (ISRP).

    • future quarter returns without attachments (ONLY 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3, Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet or Form 8974) with extraneous writing (such as "Final" , "Deceased" , "Out of Business" , etc.) on 941 Page 1

    • future quarter returns with attachments

    • delinquent returns with attachments

    • any returns missing 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3

    Reminder:

    All returns with a 941 Schedule R attached require processing through SCRIPS. Send returns with a 941 Schedule R attached as "OE Paper" , if they appear not scannable.

  5. Instructions for batching "Imperfect" returns:

    1. Place approximately 80 returns into a gusset folder.

    2. Place gusset folder containing returns on a batch cart.

    3. Establish batches on BBTS with an estimated volume and the SCRIPS block count. Allow the SCRIPS block count for each batch to default to the BBTS calculation or enter "1" .

    4. The required route is 180, 210, 550, 300, 500, 450, 610.

  6. Sort the following and batch as "OE Paper" :

    • returns with a 941 Schedule R attached, ONLY if they appear not scannable

    • returns that contain writing that is too light or appear blank

    • returns printed on tissue paper

    • returns on oversized paper, improper layout, etc.

    Reminder:

    Returns received for Tax Period 200412 and prior must be processed through ISRP.

  7. Instructions for batching "OE Paper" returns:

    1. Sort returns by form revision before batching. Returns should be sorted as follows:

      ▸form revision 2022 (Rev. June 2022) with Line 11e Reserved and later
      ▸form revision 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022)
      ▸form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with *Note
      ▸form revision 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021)
      ▸form revision 2020 (Rev. July 2020) with Line 25 Reserved
      ▸form revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) with Lines 5a(i)-5a(ii)
      ▸form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) without Lines 5a(i) and 5a(ii)
      ▸form revisions 2014 through 2016
      ▸form revision 2013
      ▸form revision 2012
      ▸form revision 2011
      ▸form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) with Lines 6a-6e and 12c-12e (HIRE)
      ▸form revisions 2009 and 2010 (Rev. Feb 2010) with Lines 12a and 12b (COBRA)
      ▸form revisions 2005 through 2008
      ▸form revisions 2004 and prior, must be batched for ISRP processing
       

    2. Place approximately 25-80 returns into a gusset folder.

    3. Place gusset folders containing returns on a batch cart.

    4. Establish batches on BBTS using the Document Locator Number (DLN) Reference Number specifically set up for SCRIPS OE Paper.

    5. Clearly mark the Batch Transmittal "OE Paper" .

    6. Line through the SCRIPS DLN on the Batch Transmittal.

    7. Manually generate DLNs in BBTS using the Off-Line DLN Generation Screen and stamp the DLN on the returns.

    8. The required route is 180, 210, 190, 300, 500, 450, 610.

    Reminder:

    All SCRIPS OE Paper batches must be processed and cleared through BBTS PRIOR to end of year (EOY) processing.

  8. Sort 200412 and prior tax quarters, form revisions 2004 and prior and U.S. Possession and International (foreign) returns for processing through Integrated Submission and Remittance Processing (ISRP). Use Program 1120X.

    Note:

    Ogden Submission Processing Center (OSPC) processes the U.S. Possession and International (foreign) returns.

Incoming Loose 94x Schedule R to SCRIPS

  1. The SCRIPS Team is assigned the clerical functions (i.e., Pre-Doc Prep) of any loose 94x Schedule R received by internal mail from any Area Office (AO), Campus, Field Office, TAC Office (or similar term for an IRS location), or any functional area within one of these sites (e.g., Compliance Services Collection Operations (CSCO), Examination (Exam), Image Control Team (ICT), Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII), Accounts Management (AM), etc.)

  2. You must take extra care when preparing documents for scanning. Proper document preparation helps prevent issues during the subsequent stages of the scanning process.

Pre-Document Preparation (Pre-Doc Prep)

  1. Document Preparation refers to the set of manual tasks needed to prepare paper documents or forms for imaging into a production scanner. Careful preparation of documents is essential to ensure data integrity and successful auto-feed and data capture during the production scanning process. Check all documents to ensure that all documents in a batch are the same Document Type.

Form 941 Document Perfection Operation Pre-Document Preparation (Pre-Doc Prep)

  1. When preparing returns for scanning, send only the following items for scanning and organize pages in the order listed below:

    • Form 941, Page 1

    • Form 941, Page 2

    • Form 941, Page 3

    • Form 941, Schedule B

    • Form 941, Schedule(s) R

    • Form 941, Schedule(s) R Continuation Sheet

    • Form 8974, Qualified Small Business Payroll Tax Credit

    Note:

    There may be multiple Form 941 Schedule R Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Form 8974 attached to the return. All Form 941 Schedule R and Form 8974 should be sent for scanning.

  2. If the Form 941 Schedule R(s) attached to the Form 941 is a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list, or a similar format), pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

  3. When preparing Form 941 for the scanner, the most critical area for repair is the right side of the 941. If preprinted information is present in the upper right corner (where the DLN prints), do not cover (band-aid) that information. The scanner prints the DLN to the left of the information.

    Exception:

    Form Revisions 2017 and later Form 941 Schedule R and 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheets are designed in landscape orientation, the critical area for repair on these forms is the left side of the schedule.

  4. The Pre-Doc Prep function must perform the following actions on all Form 941:

    1. If staples holes exist around the Form ID on Page 1 of the Form 941 near the top of the right side of the form then place "White" tape, over the back side to cover the holes.

    2. Carefully remove all staples from the Form 941, if present. It is permissible to cut off the left corner of the return providing no identifying information is damaged or lost (for example: the return year, entity information, etc.).

      Note:

      Form identification (ID) number on 941 Page 2 of a duplex form if lost or damaged does not have to be replaced. The identifying information is on 941 Page 1.

    3. Line through any extraneous information located above the Form ID Code (9501, 950106, 950107, 950108, 9601, 960106, 960107, 960108, 960109, 960110, etc.) in the upper right corner of the return.

    4. Line out non-conforming Form ID numbers.

      Reminder:

      The correct Form ID codes for each page of the Form 941 are xx01xx or xx11xx for 941 Page 1, xx02xx, or xx12xx for 941 Page 2 and xx09xx, xx19xx or xx29xx for 941 Page 3.

      Example:

      941 Page 2 has a Form ID 950117 instead of 950217 or 941 Page 1 has a Form ID 950217 instead of 950117 or 941 Page 3 has a Form ID of 950220 instead of 950920.

      Example:

      Form ID of 950120 or 950220 is present on the two-page revisions of the form (Part 5, Signature area of the form on 941 Page 2). (The 2020 2nd Qtr and later form revisions must have all three pages (Part 5, Signature area of the form on 941 Page 3) to be a valid submission (i.e., 950120, 950220 and 950920)).

      Example:

      Form ID of 950117, 950217 or 950917 is present on the three-page revisions of the form (Part 5, Signature area of the form on 941 Page 3). (The 2005 through 2017 form revisions must have only two pages (Part 5, Signature area of the form on 941 Page 2) to be a valid submission (i.e., 950117 and 950217)).

      Reminder:

      The correct Form ID codes for each page of the Form 941 Schedule R are xx04xx or xx14xx for 941 Schedule R Page 1, xx05xx, or xx15xx for 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

      Example:

      941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet has a Form ID 950417 instead of 950517 or 941 Schedule R Page 1 has a Form ID 950517 instead of 950417.

      Note:

      Printed Fax information located at the top of the page does not require a line through.

      Caution:

      Do not use felt tip markers to line through information. Use ONLY black or blue ink pens.

    5. Write in the full EIN if both the Name and EIN are missing on 941 Page 2 (non-duplex), Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and/or Form 8974 in the EIN block, if not present. If the Name is present on 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3, Schedule B, Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and/or Form 8974, write in only the last 4 digits of the EIN in the EIN block.

    6. Ensure all pages face in the correct direction and sequential order (941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3, Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and/or Form 8974) for scanning. The correct orientation for pages designed or printed in Portrait format is front-facing with Form ID Code located in the UPPER RIGHT CORNER of the page. The correct orientation for pages designed or printed in Landscape format is front-facing with Form ID Code located in the UPPER LEFT CORNER of the page.

      Note:

      Form revisions 2017 and later of the 941 Schedule R are printed in Landscape format. The correct direction or orientation of these 941 Schedule R and 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet within a block or unit-of-work is directly behind the Form 941 or Form 941 Schedule B (both remain in Portrait format) with the Form ID positioned in the UPPER LEFT CORNER of the form. To ensure correct recognition of the 941 Schedule R and 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages, the Form ID must be at the top of the page (based on orientation) as it goes through the scanner.

    7. Repairing any rips, tears or large holes approximately 1 inch or larger on the RIGHT side of the Form 941 that may cause the scanner to jam.

  5. The Pre-Doc Prep function must perform the following actions when processing "Perfect" batches of Form 941:

    IF THEN
    The return is an American Territory or has a foreign address. Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for processing through ISRP using local procedures.
    Line 15 (Line 13 on form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005 through 2008) has a money amount, "Apply to next return" or "Send a refund" box is checked (a refund) is batched as a non-refund. Pull the return from the Non-Refund batch and merge into a refund batch using local procedures.
    Line 15 (Line 13 on form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005 through 2008) has a money amount "Apply to next return" or "Send a refund" box is checked and Line 12 has a money amount. Process as a Non-Refund.
    Tax period is 200412 or prior. Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection and processing through ISRP.
    Form is completely illegible, half page, damaged, etc. Pull the return from the block and merge into an "Imperfect" batch, using local procedures.

    Note:

    At the Service Center option these returns can be processed as "OE Paper" instead of photocopying.

    The taxpayer completes the Form 941 information (entity and/or data) using orange, or pink ink. Pull the return from the block and merge into an "Imperfect" batch, using local procedures.

    Note:

    At the Service Center option these returns can be processed as "OE Paper" instead of photocopying.

    Taxpayer has handwritten information on 941 Page 1 such as "Disaster" , "Final" , "Deceased" , "Out of Business" , "3121 Agreement" , "Household Employer Agent" , "Chore Worker" , etc. Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for processing, using local procedures.

    Note:

    If statements like "No Payroll" , "No Employees this Quarter" , or "Not Liable" are notated on the return, DO NOT PULL THE RETURN, process as normal.

    Returns with an "X" or "/" through the entire page. Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for processing, using local procedures.
    The return does not have a name and EIN.

    Note:

    If the return has either a name or EIN, continue processing.

    Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for processing using local procedures.
    Form 941 returns missing Page 1 or Page 2 or Page 3 (if form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later). Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection and processing using local procedures.
    Taxpayer used only 941 Page 1 of a duplex (two sided) return and a separate 941 Page 2. Pull the return from the block and merge into an "Imperfect" batch, using local procedures.
    The taxpayer used only 941 Page 2 of a duplex (two sided) return and a separate 941 Page 1. Pull the return from the block and merge into an "Imperfect" batch, using local procedures.

  6. The Pre-Doc Prep function must perform the following actions when processing "Imperfect" batches of Form 941:

    IF THEN
    The return is an American Territory or the return has a foreign address. Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for processing through ISRP using local procedures.
    A refund (Line 15 (Line 13 on form revisions 2014 though 2016 and 2005 through 2008) has a money amount, "Apply to next return" or "Send a refund" box is checked) is batched as a non-refund. Pull the return from the Non-Refund batch and merge into a refund batch using local procedures.
    Tax period is 200412 or prior. Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection and processing through ISRP.
    Form is completely illegible, half page, or damaged, etc.
    • Repair and continue processing, if possible, otherwise,

    • Pull the return from the block and request processing as "OE Paper" ,

    • Use local procedures.

    The return does not have a name and EIN.

    Note:

    If the return has either a name or EIN, continue processing.

    Pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for processing using local procedures.
    The taxpayer completes the Form 941 information (entity and/or data) using orange, or pink ink.
    • Photocopy the return to allow processing through SCRIPS

    • Consider the original Form 941 as an attachment.

    Note:

    At the Service Center option these returns can be processed as "OE Paper" instead of photocopying.

    Returns with an "X" or "/" through the entire page. The page with the "X" is considered an attachment. If the entire return (941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3, Schedule B and 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and/or Form 8974) has an "X" or "/" , pull and route to Code and Edit for disposition.

    Note:

    If statements like "No Payroll" , "No Employees this Quarter" , or "Not Liable" are notated on the return. DO NOT PULL RETURNS, process as normal.

    Form 941 return is missing Page 1, Page 2 or Page 3 (if form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later). Pull return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.
    The taxpayer used only 941 Page 1 of a duplex (two sided) return and a separate 941 Page 2.
    • Photocopy the original duplex 941 Page 1,

    • Line through (X) the duplex 941 Page 1 and 941 Page 2, this now becomes an attachment,

    • Send the photocopied 941 Page 1 and the separate 941 Page 2 (e.g., submitted by the taxpayer) to SCRIPS for processing.

    The taxpayer used only 941 Page 2 of a duplex (two sided) return and a separate 941 Page 1.
    • Photocopy the original duplex 941 Page 2,

    • Line through (X) the duplex 941 Page 1 and 941 Page 2, this now becomes an attachment,

    • Send the photocopied 941 Page 2 and the separate 941 Page 1 (e.g., submitted by the taxpayer) to SCRIPS for processing.

    1. Stamp the attachment(s)/envelope and return (in the upper left margin) with the same sequence number. If the return has multiple attachments, stamp the first attachment and staple it and the remaining attachments together. Remove and destroy blank vouchers and instruction pages to make the return perfect.

    2. Place the attachment(s) and envelope in a colored folder at the back of the gusset folder for each block, maintaining sequential order.

    3. Insert a Form 1332-SC, Block Selection Control Record SCRIPS, at the beginning of each gusset folder.

  7. During scanning, certain documents may reject because the submissions are invalid. The scanning function routes these submissions (documents) to the Pre-Doc Prep function for disposition. The Pre-Doc Prep function must re-batch the returns for scanning. When a return is missing pages (941 Page 1 or 941 Page 2; form revisions 2005 through 2017 or 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3; form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later), route to Code and Edit for correspondence.

Form 943 with Schedule R SCRIPS Pre-Document Preparation

  1. When preparing Form 943 with Form 943 (SCH R) returns for scanning, send only the following for scanning and organize pages in the order listed below:

    • Form 943 Page 1

    • Form 943, Schedule(s) R

    • Form 943, Schedule(s) R Continuation Sheet

      Note:

      Batch each Form 943 with Schedule R and/or 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet attached as a separate block of work for scanning.

      Note:

      There may be multiple 943 Schedule R and/or 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheets attached to the return. Send all 943 Schedule R and/or 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages for scanning.

  2. If the 943 Schedule R form(s) attached to the Form 943 is a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list or a similar format) pull the return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

  3. When preparing Form 943 with Schedule R attached for the scanner, the critical area for repair is the right side of the Form 943; and the critical area for repair on the 943 Schedule R and 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheets is the left side of the schedule due to being in landscape design. If preprinted information is present in the upper right corner (where the DLN prints), do not cover (band-aid) that information. The scanner prints the DLN to the left of the information.

  4. The SCRIPS Pre-Doc Prep function must perform the following actions on all Form 943 with Schedule R and all Stand-Alone Schedule R pages:

    1. Carefully remove all staples from the Form 943 with Schedule R, if present. It is permissible to cut off the left corner of the return providing no identifying information is damaged or lost (for example: the return year, entity information, etc.).

    2. Line out non-conforming Form ID numbers.

      Reminder:

      The correct Form ID codes for each page of the Form 943 (SCH R) are xx04xx for 943 Schedule R Page 1, xx05xx for 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

      Example:

      943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet has a Form ID 430417 instead of 430517 or 943 Schedule R Page 1 has a Form ID 430517 instead of 430417.

      Caution:

      Do not use felt tip markers to line through information. Use ONLY black or blue ink pens.

    3. Write the nine-digit EIN on 943 Schedule(s) R or 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet in the EIN block, if not present.

    4. Write the Tax Year/Tax Qtr on Schedule(s) R or 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet in the Tax Year/Tax Qtr block, if not present.

    5. Ensure all pages face in the correct direction and order for scanning. The correct orientation for pages designed/printed in Portrait format is front facing with Form ID Code located in the UPPER RIGHT CORNER of the page. The correct orientation for pages designed/printed in Landscape format is front facing with Form ID Code located in the UPPER LEFT CORNER of the page.

      Note:

      All revisions of the 943 Schedule R and 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet are printed in Landscape format. The correct direction or orientation of these 943 Schedule R and 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet within a block or unit-of-work is directly behind the Form 943 pages (remain in Portrait format) with the Form ID positioned in the UPPER LEFT CORNER of the form. To ensure correct recognition of the 943 Schedule R pages and 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages, the Form ID must be at the top of the page (based on orientation) as it goes through the scanner.

All Stand-Alone Schedule R SCRIPS Pre-Document Preparation

  1. When preparing Stand-Alone Schedule R returns for scanning, send only the following items for scanning and organize pages in the order listed below:

    • "Dummy" copy of Page 1 of Form 940, Form 941 and/or Form 943

    • Form 940 Schedule R, Form 941 Schedule R and/or Form 943 (SCH R)

    • Form 940 Schedule(s) R Continuation Sheet, Form 941 Schedule(s) R Continuation Sheet and/or Form 943 (SCH R) Continuation Sheet(s)

  2. If the Schedule R and/or Schedule R Continuation Sheet Stand Alone form is a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list or a similar format) pull the return and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

  3. Each form type must be batched for scanning separately (i.e., Form 940/Form 940 Schedule R/940 Schedule R Continuation Sheet should not be mixed with Form 941/Form 941 Schedule R/941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet).

    Note:

    There may be multiple Schedule R and/or Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages attached to the return. Send all Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages for scanning.

  4. When preparing Stand-Alone Schedule R/Schedule R Continuation Sheet for the scanner, the critical area for repair is the right side of the Form 940, Form 941 and/or Form 943; and the critical area for repair on the Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages is the left side of the schedule if in landscape design and the right side of the schedule if in portrait design. If preprinted information is present in the upper right corner (where the DLN prints), do not cover (band-aid) that information. The scanner prints the DLN to the left of the information.

  5. The SCRIPS Pre-Doc Prep function must perform the following actions on all Stand-Alone Schedule R/Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages:

    1. Carefully remove all staples from the Stand-Alone Schedule R/Schedule R Continuation Sheet, if present. It is permissible to cut off the left corner of the return providing no identifying information is damaged or lost (for example: the return year, entity information, etc.).

    2. Line out non-conforming Form ID numbers.

      Caution:

      Do not use felt tip markers to line through information. Use ONLY black or blue ink pens.

       

      Reminder:

      The correct Form ID codes for each page of the Form 943 (SCH R) are xx04xx for 943 Schedule R Page 1, xx05xx for 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

      Example:

      943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet has a Form ID 430417 instead of 430517 or 943 Schedule R Page 1 has a Form ID 430517 instead of 430417.

       

      Reminder:

      The correct Form ID codes for each page of the Form 940 Schedule R are xx05xx for 940 Schedule R Page 1, xx06xx for 940 Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

      Example:

      940 Schedule R Continuation Sheet has a Form ID 860517 instead of 860617 or 940 Schedule R Page 1 has a Form ID 860617 instead of 860517.

       

      Reminder:

      The correct Form ID codes for each page of the Form 941 Schedule R are xx04xx or xx14xx for 941 Schedule R Page 1, xx05xx, or xx15xx for 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

      Example:

      941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet has a Form ID 950417 instead of 950517 or 941 Schedule R Page 1 has a Form ID 950517 instead of 950417.

    3. Write the nine-digit EIN on Schedule(s) R and/or Schedule(s) R Continuation Sheet in the EIN block, if not present.

    4. Write the Tax Year/Tax Qtr on Schedule(s) R and/or Schedule(s) R Continuation Sheet in the Tax Year/Tax Qtr block, if not present.

    5. Ensure all page’s face in the correct direction and order for scanning. The correct orientation for pages designed/printed in Portrait format is front facing with Form ID Code located in the UPPER RIGHT CORNER of the page. The correct orientation for pages designed/printed in Landscape format is front facing with Form ID Code located in the UPPER LEFT CORNER of the page.

      Note:

      Form revisions 2017 and later of the Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet are printed in Landscape format. The correct direction or orientation of these Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet within a block or unit-of-work is directly behind the Form 941 or Form 940 or Form 943 pages (all remain in Portrait format) with the Form ID positioned in the UPPER LEFT CORNER of the form. To ensure correct recognition of the Schedule R pages and Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages, the Form ID must be at the top of the page (based on orientation) as it goes through the scanner.

    6. When preparing Stand-Alone Schedule R and/or Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages for scanning, prepare a "dummy" of Page 1 of Form 940, Form 941 or Form 943 (match the Page 1 form type to the Schedule R and/or Schedule R Continuation Sheet form type) in front of each unique EIN (Same EIN/Taxpayer). The "dummy" form should be edited with the EIN and Name Control.

Scanner Operator

  1. Refer to IRM 3.41.275, Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations-Scanner Operations on Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System for complete scanner operating instructions.

Work Prioritization

  1. The system automatically re-prioritizes the work every time the cycle on the system changes.

  2. The system automatically sets the Unit Task Prioritization for Form 941 using the following criteria:

    Program Title Description
    11206 Refunds
    • Prior Cycle (cycle, batch, scan date/time)

    • Current Cycle (batch, scan date/time)

    • No Cycle (PCD) (batch, scan date/time)

    • Future Cycle (cycle, batch, scan date/time)

    11205 All Other
    • Prior Cycle (cycle, batch, scan date/time)

    • Current Cycle (batch, scan date/time)

    11208 With Remit
    • Prior Cycle (cycle, batch, scan date/time)

    • Current Cycle (batch, scan date/time)

    11205 All Other No Cycle (PCD) (batch, scan date/time)
    11208 With Remit No Cycle (PCD) (batch, scan date/time)
    11205 All Other Future Cycle (cycle, batch, scan date/time)
    11208 With Remit Future Cycle (cycle, batch, scan date/time)

    Note:

    SCRIPS allows management to override the established Unit Task Priority.

  3. The system automatically sets the Unit Task Prioritization for 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R using the following criteria:

    FORM
    Form 943 with Schedule R
    Stand-Alone 941 Schedule R
    Stand-Alone 940 Schedule R
    Stand-Alone 943 Schedule R

    Note:

    SCRIPS allows management to override the established Unit Task Priority.

Workstation Operations

  1. Refer to IRM 3.41.274, Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations-General Instructions for Processing via Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System, for a description of these and other items:

    • Keyboard Layout

    • Login/Logoff

    • Operator Statistics

    • Post-to-close

    • Interrupt/Resume

    • Suspend/Resume

    • Status Line

  2. Whenever IRM 3.41.274, Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations-General Instructions for Processing via Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System, and this IRM conflict, this IRM takes precedence.

Forms Identification (FI) Function

  1. A non-conforming form is when the scanner does not recognize all documents or all pages of the return. These include photocopies of official documents and documents that might be official forms, but do not meet the official specification for measurement, homemade documents of varying formats or documents with or without valid form identification numbers in the upper right-hand corner of the page. The Forms Identification (FI) function allows the workstation operator to identify the form (or the page of the form) to avoid rework at the scanner. The FI screen has an image on the left and an entry template on the right. The entry template permits the operator to select what form type the image is, to delete a single image or to delete an entire submission from further processing. The menus shown on the screen vary depending on how your supervisor profiled you.

    Example:

    This option is grayed out (or not present) on the Original Entry (OE) Function Menu, if it is not in your profile.

  2. If FI workstation receives Schedule R(s)/Schedule R(s) Continuation Sheet on a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list, or a similar format), delete the entire return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

Form 941 Form Identification (FI) QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Original Entry (OE).

  2. From the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu, select Forms Identification Selection Menu.

  3. From the Forms Identification Selection Menu, select 941 Forms Identification.

  4. The first group of images, from a unit-of-work (UW), requiring identification opens.

  5. If an incorrect option is selected from the Forms Identification Selection Menu, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to set post-to-close followed by <F9> to suspend the block and return to the Forms Identification Selection Menu.

  6. If you need to stop processing FI:

    • Press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to end FI after completing the current UW.

    • Press the <Ctrl>-P followed by <F9> to suspend the block immediately.

      Note:

      For a complete list of key functions, See Exhibit 3.41.276-11, Function Key List.

  7. The system returns you to the Forms Identification Selection Menu when you complete the last image identification in the UW.

Form 941 Form Identification (FI) Processing

  1. The system assigns a six-digit sequence number instead of a DLN to the documents it cannot identify. This number assists in locating the documents within a UW when researching the documents. Once the tax year/page type identification occurs, the system assigns a DLN to the submission.

  2. To identify the image, make the correct letter or number selection from the Form Identification Menu. The table below appears on the SCRIPS workstation.

    Menu Option Tax Year Page Type
    A 2022 or Later Page 1
    B 2021 with *Note Page 1
    C 2021 w/o *Note Page 1
    D 2020 with 5ai - 5aii Page 1
    E 2017 - 2020 w/o 5ai - 5aii Page 1
    F 2014 - 2016 w/o 12a - 12b Page 1
    G 2013 Page 1
    H 2012 Page 1
    I 2011 Page 1
    J 2010 with 6a - 6e Page 1
    K 2009 - 2010 w/o 6a - 6e Page 1
    L 2008 or prior Page 1
    M 2022 with Line 11e Reserved or Later Page 2
    N 2022 w/o Line 11e Reserved Page 2
    O 2021 with 13h-13i Page 2
    P 2021 w/o 13h-13i Page 2
    Q 2020 w/o Part 5 Page 2
    R 2012 - 2020 with Part 5 Page 2
    S 2011 or prior with Deposit State Page 2
    T 2022 or Later Page 3
    U 2021 with 18a-18b Page 3
    V 2021 w/o 18a-18b Page 3
    Y 2020 w/o Line 25 Page 3
    Z 2020 with Line 25 Page 3
    1 All Schedule B
    2 2022 w/o col v Reserved or Later Sch R Page 1
    3 2022 with col v Reserved Sch R Page 1
    4 2021 Sch R Page 1
    5 2020 with Col a-y Sch R Page 1
    6 2017 - 2020 Sch R Page 1
    7 2012 - 2016 Sch R Page 1
    8 2010 - 2011 Sch R Page 1
    9 2022 w/o col v Reserved or Later Sch R Cont. Page
    10 2022 with col v Reserved Sch R Cont. Page
    11 2021 Sch R Cont. Page
    12 2020 with Col a-y Sch R Cont. Page
    13 2017 - 2020 Sch R Cont. Page
    14 2012-2016 Sch R Cont. Page
    15 2010 - 2011 Sch R Cont. Page
    16 2023 or later Form 8974
    17 2017 - 2022 Form 8974
    W All 1332 Breaker Sheet
    X All Remove

    Note:

    Form 8974 may display in FI Processing if Form ID is misread or the SCRIPS System is unable to recognize the form layout. However, Form 8974 does not present in OE or DV for any further processing.

  3. Always press the <Enter> key to complete a selection.

  4. Documents scanned backwards need research to determine the document type. If you cannot identify the image,

    • Press <F9> to suspend the document for research.

    • If the image is unprocessable, press <X> to remove the document from further processing.

  5. Some unprocessable conditions include:

    • Not a Form 941

    • Form 941 is a form revision 2004 or prior

    • Form 941 with a tax quarter of 200412 or prior

    • Form 941 with a Foreign Address

  6. To end a session, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to set post-to-close. The system returns you to the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu when you complete the last image in the UW.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Form Identification (FI) QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Original Entry (OE).

  2. From the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu, select Forms Identification Selection Menu.

  3. From the Forms Identification Selection Menu, select Stand-Alone Schedule R Forms Identification.

  4. The first group of images, from a unit-of-work (UW), requiring identification opens.

  5. If an incorrect option is selected from the Forms Identification Selection Menu, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to set post-to-close followed by <F9> to suspend the block and return to the Forms Identification Selection Menu.

  6. If you need to stop processing FI:

    • Press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to end FI after completing the current UW.

    • Press the <Ctrl>-P followed by <F9> to suspend the block immediately.

      Note:

      For a complete list of key functions, See Exhibit 3.41.276-11, Function Key List.

  7. The system returns you to the Forms Identification Selection Menu when the last image identification in the UW is completed.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Form Identification (FI) Processing

  1. The system assigns a six-digit sequence number instead of a DLN to the documents it cannot identify. This number helps in locating the documents within a UW when researching the documents. Once the tax year/page type identification occurs, the system assigns a DLN to the submission.

  2. To identify the image, make the correct letter or number selection from the Form Identification Menu. The table below appears on the SCRIPS workstation.

    Menu Option Form Type Form Year
    A 940 All
    B 940 Sch R Page 1 2017 or later
    C 940 Sch R Page 1 2012 or prior
    D 940 Sch R Cont. Page 2017 or later
    E 940 Sch R Cont. Page 2012 or prior
    F 941 All
    G 941 Sch R Page 1 2022 w/o Col v Reserved or Later
    H 941 Sch R Page 1 2022 with Col v Reserved
    I 941 Sch R Page 1 2021
    J 941 Sch R Page 1 2020 with Col a-y
    K 941 Sch R Page 1 2017-2020
    L 941 Sch R Page 1 2012-2016
    M 941 Sch R Page 1 2010-2011
    N 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2022 w/o Col v Reserved or Later
    O 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2022 with Col v Reserved
    P 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2021
    Q 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2020 with Col a-y
    R 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2017-2020
    S 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2012-2016
    T 941 Sch R Cont. Page 2010-2011
    1 943 All
    2 943 Sch R Page 1 2023 or Later
    3 943 Sch R Page 1 2022
    4 943 Sch R Page 1 2021
    5 943 Sch R Page 1 2020
    6 943 Sch R Page 1 2017
    7 943 Sch R Cont. Page 2023 or Later
    8 943 Sch R Cont. Page 2022
    9 943 Sch R Cont. Page 2021
    10 943 Sch R Cont. Page 2020
    11 943 Sch R Cont. Page 2017
    X Remove All

    Note:

    Form 940 Page 1, Form 941 Page 1 and/or Form 943 Page 1 may display in FI Processing if Form ID is misread or the SCRIPS System is unable to recognize the form layout. However, Form 940 Page 1, Form 941 Page 1 and/or Form 943 Page 1, does not present in OE or DV for any further processing.

  3. Always press the <Enter> key to complete a selection.

  4. Documents scanned backwards need research to determine the exact document type. If you cannot identify the image,

    • Press <F9> to suspend the document for research.

    • If the image is unprocessable, press <X> to remove the document from further processing.

  5. Some unprocessable conditions:

    • Not a Page 1 of Form 940, Form 941 or Form 943.

    • Not a Schedule R Page 1 or Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

    • 940 Schedule R with Tax Year prior to 2010.

    • 941 Schedule R with Tax Qtr prior to 201003.

    • 943 Schedule R with Tax Year prior to 2017.

  6. To end a session, press <Ctrl>-P key combination to set post-to-close. The system returns you to the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu when you complete the last image in the UW.

Original Entry (OE) Function

  1. The OE function is used to manually key enter data from both scanned images and from paper documents. The menus shown on the screen vary depending on how your supervisor profiled you.

    Example:

    This option is grayed out (or not present) on the Original Entry (OE) Function Menu, if it is not in your profile.

Form 941 Original Entry (OE) From Image QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu.

  2. From the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu, select OE Image Selection Menu.

  3. From the OE Image Selection Menu, select 941 OE Image Selection Menu.

  4. From the 941 OE Image Selection Menu, select one of the following:

    • All 941s (1120X) OE Image

    • 941 Refunds (11206) OE Image

    • 941 All Other (11205) OE Image

    • 941 With Remit (11208) OE Image

  5. After the selection is entered press <Enter> as prompted or press <Alt>-X to exit to the previous menu.

  6. The first whole unit-of-work (UW), or first individual document (because an entire UW may not require OE Image) requiring OE opens. See Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields.

    1. The scanned image of the document displays on the left side of the workstation screen.

    2. Data is input in the specific field window, displayed on the right side of the workstation screen.

  7. If an incorrect option is selected, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination followed by <F9> to suspend the UW.

  8. If the last data entered is not the last field of the page and there is no other data present on the page, press the <F6> key to release the current document and display the next document.

  9. Press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to end OE Image.

  10. The system returns you to the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu when you complete the last document in the current UW.

Form 941 Original Entry (OE) From Image Processing

  1. The Status Line at the bottom of the screen displays the following information:

    1. The Program field displays one of the following:

      Program (Displayed) Description (Not Displayed)
      11205 Perfect/Imperfect - All Other
      11206 Perfect/Imperfect - Refunds
      11208 Perfect/Imperfect - With Remit/Lockbox

    2. The DLN field displays the DLN of the document being displayed.

    3. The SUB field displays the relative count of the document.

      Example:

      If it is the first document in a UW that has 80 documents, the SUB field displays a count of "1 of 80" .

    4. The Pg field displays the relative count of the page of the document.

      Example:

      If it is 941 Page 1, the Pg field displays "1 of 2" or "1 of 3" ; 941 Page 2 displays as "2 of 2" or "2 of 3" depending on the length of the return filed.

    5. The Status Line displays "Ins" when the insert mode is on and "Num" when the numeric mode is on.

  2. In OE Image, you manually enter information into the template using a scanned image of the return as a source.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Original Entry (OE) From Image QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu.

  2. From the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu, select OE Image Selection Menu.

  3. From the OE Image Selection Menu, select Stand-Alone Sch Rs OE Image Selection Menu.

  4. From the Stand-Alone Sch Rs OE Image Selection Menu, select one of the following:

    • All Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Image

    • 943 With Sch. R OE Image

    • 940 Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Image

    • 941 Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Image

    • 943 Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Image

  5. After the selection is entered press <Enter> as prompted or press <Alt>-X to exit to the previous menu.

  6. The first whole unit-of-work (UW), or first individual document (because an entire UW may not require OE Image) requiring OE opens. See Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields.

    1. The scanned image of the document displays on the left side of the workstation screen.

    2. Data is input in the specific field window, displayed on the right side of the workstation screen.

  7. If an incorrect option is selected, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination followed by <F9> to suspend the UW.

  8. If the last data entered is not the last field of the page and there is no other data present on the page, press <F6> to release the current document and display the next document.

  9. Press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to end OE Image.

  10. The system returns you to the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu when you complete the last document in the current UW.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Original Entry (OE) From Image Processing

  1. The Status Line at the bottom of the screen displays the following information:

    1. The Program field displays the following:

      Program (Displayed) Description (Not Displayed)
      11620 Stand-Alone Schedule R
      11620 Form 943 with Schedule R

    2. The DLN field displays the DLN of the document being displayed.

    3. The SUB field displays the relative count of the document.

      Example:

      The first document in a UW that has 80 documents, the SUB field displays a count of "1 of 80" .

    4. The Pg field shows the relative count of the page of the document.

      Example:

      If processing Form 943 with 943 Schedule R Page 1, the Pg field displays "1 of 2" ; 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet displays as "2 of 2" .

    5. The Status Line displays "Ins" when the insert mode is on and "Num" when the numeric mode is on.

  2. In OE Image, you manually enter information into the template using a scanned image of the return as a source.

Form 941 Original Entry (OE) From Paper QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu.

  2. From the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu, select OE Paper Selection Menu.

  3. From the OE Paper Selection Menu, select 941 OE Paper Selection Menu.

  4. From the 941 OE Paper Selection Menu, select the form type:

    • 941 Refunds (11206) OE Paper

    • 941 All Other (11205) OE Paper

    • 941 With Remit (11208) OE Paper

  5. If the wrong program is selected and the first page of the first document has not been completed, press the <Esc> key to cancel the entry. A window displays asking "Are you sure you want to cancel the inserted document?" Answer "YES" to go back to the 941 OE Paper Selection Menu.

Form 941 Original Entry (OE) From Paper Processing

  1. In OE Paper, the workstation operator manually enters the information into the system which eliminates all transport processing. The operators need the paper Form 941 unit-of-work to perform OE Paper.

  2. A Document is only processed using OE Paper when it cannot be scanned (oversized pages, tissue paper, writing too light, substitute forms, half pages, etc.).

  3. These documents come batched separately and the BBTS Transmittal clearly marked as "OE Paper" .

  4. Once the workstation operator has successfully completed steps 1 through 4 per IRM 3.41.276.10.5, OE Paper QUICK START, input the following information:

    • BBTS Number = The four-digit Batch Number located in the upper right corner of the BBTS Transmittal.

    • Cycle Number = The last two digits of the Cycle located below the Batch Number (Batch No) and Release Date (Rel Date) in the upper right corner of the BBTS Transmittal.

    • Tax Year = The Tax Year of the first document so the system can generate the correct template.

  5. A blank Form 941 template displays for the first document in the block. Input the information from the document starting with the DLN taken from the first document in the block. The DLN must have 14 digits (for example: LC141027790013). When all fields have been input, press <F6> to get the next template.

    Reminder:

    OE Paper blocks must have a block number from 790 - 799 only.

  6. For Tax Periods 201003 and later once you have input the Schedule B or pressed <F6>, a window appears to select your next process. The window is titled "Next Page Selection" and the options include:

    • Form 941

    • Schedule R

    • Schedule R Continuation

    • End Block

    Note:

    There can be multiple 941 Schedule R or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages attached to the Form 941. Continue to select the correct one until you have input all the information. You cannot input the 941 Schedule R information if the Tax Period is prior to 201003.

  7. For Tax Periods 201703 and later once you have input the Schedule B and/or 941 Schedule R (if present) or pressed <F6>, a question window appears that says "Form 8974 present?" . Press "Y" for Yes and "N" for No.

  8. If Form 941 is selected, the system prompts for the next sequence number (located in the 12th and 13th position of the DLN) for each document input (01, 02, 03, etc.). You cannot skip or repeat a sequence number.

    Note:

    If a document is mis-batched or cannot be transcribed, pull the last document in the block and re-number with the sequence number of the removed document.

  9. The system returns you to the 941 OE Paper Selection Menu when you release the last document in the UW.

  10. The Status Line at the bottom of the monitor screen displays the following information:

    • The Program field displays 11205 (All Other), 11206 (Refund) or 11208 (With-Remit).

    • The DLN field displays the DLN of the current document.

    • The SUB field displays the relative count of the document. The field displays "1 of 3" if this is the first document in the block. As each subsequent paper document is processed the count increases to "2 of 3" , "3 of 3" , etc.

    • The Status Line displays "Ins" when the insert mode is on and "Num" when the numeric mode is on.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Original Entry (OE) From Paper QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu.

  2. From the Original Entry (OE) Selection Menu, select OE Paper Selection Menu.

  3. From the OE Paper Selection Menu, select Stand-Alone Sch Rs OE Paper Selection Menu.

  4. From the Stand-Alone Sch Rs OE Paper Selection Menu, select the form type:

    • 943 With Sch. R OE Paper

    • 940 Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Paper

    • 941 Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Paper

    • 943 Stand-Alone Sch. R OE Paper

  5. If the wrong program is selected and the first page of the first document has not been completed, press the <Esc> key to cancel the entry. A window displays asking "Are you sure you want to cancel the inserted document?" Answer "YES" to go back to the Stand-Alone Sch Rs OE Paper Selection Menu.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Original Entry (OE) From Paper Processing

  1. In OE Paper, the workstation operator manually enters the information into the system which eliminates all transport processing. The operators need the paper form 943 with Schedule R or Stand-Alone Schedule R unit-of-work to perform OE Paper.

  2. A document is only processed using OE Paper when it cannot be scanned (oversized pages, tissue paper, writing too light, substitute forms, half pages, etc.).

  3. These documents come batched separately and the BBTS Transmittal clearly marked as "OE Paper" .

  4. Once the workstation operator has successfully completed steps 1 through 4 per IRM 3.41.276.10.5, OE Paper QUICK START, input the following information:

    • Form Year = The Tax Year of the first document so the system can generate the correct template.

  5. A window appears to select your template. The window is titled "Next Page Selection" and the options include:

    • Schedule R Page 1

    • Schedule R Continuation

  6. Once the workstation operator makes a page type selection, a blank Schedule R Page 1 or Schedule R Continuation Sheet template displays for the first document in the block.

  7. SCRIPS assigns a DLN for each document but cannot print them on the documents. As each new document is processed, the system displays the DLN in the DLN field of the Status Line at the bottom right of the screen. Write the DLN assigned by the system in the upper right-hand corner of the paper document (either the Schedule R Page 1 or the Schedule R Continuation Sheet).

    Reminder:

    Writing the DLN is necessary so that subsequent operators may retrieve the UW.

    Exception:

    When starting a new UW for Form 943 with Schedule R the next prompt is DLN. Enter the 14-digit DLN stamped on the parent Form 943.

  8. Input the information from the document starting with the two-digit Tax Year. When all fields have been input, press <F6> to get the next template.

  9. Once you have input the Schedule R or pressed <F6>, a window appears to select your next process. The window is titled "Next Page Selection" and the options include:

    • Current Schedule R Page 1

    • Current Schedule R Continuation

    • New Schedule R Page 1

    • New Schedule R Continuation

    • End Block

    Note:

    There can be multiple Schedule R or Schedule R Continuation Sheet pages. Continue to select the correct one until you have input all the information. You cannot input the Schedule R information if the tax period is prior to 201003 for any 941 Schedule R page, the tax year is prior to 2011 for any 940 Schedule R page or prior to 2017 for any 943 Schedule R page.

  10. The Status Line at the bottom of the monitor screen displays the following information:

    • The Program field displays 11620 (943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R).

    • The DLN field displays the DLN of the current document.

    • The SUB field displays the relative count of the document. The field displays "1 of 3" if this is the first document in the block. As each subsequent paper document is processed the count increases to "2 of 3" , "3 of 3" , etc.

    • The Status Line displays "Ins" when the insert mode is on and "Num" when the numeric mode is on.

Releasing a Unit-of-Work in Original Entry (OE)

  1. For OE Image, when you release the last document in a UW, a question appears asking if you want to release the UW.

    1. If you answer "YES" to the question in the window and<Ctrl>-Phas been pressed before releasing the UW, the OE Selection Menu opens.

    2. If you answer "YES" to the question in the window and<Ctrl>-Phas not been pressed, another UW window opens.

    3. If you answer "NO" to the question in the window, the current block remains open for entry until you answer yes.

  2. For OE Paper, to end a block for Tax Quarters 200503 through 200903, once the last document is input, press <F8> and answer the question "Do you want to release this UW?" .

    1. If you answer "NO" to the question window that opens, a template appears for the next Form 941 entry.

    2. If you answer "YES" to the question window, and <Ctrl>-P has not been pressed, a Form 941 template appears to begin a new UW.

    3. If you answer "YES" to the question window, and <Ctrl>-P has been pressed, the OE Selection Menu opens.

  3. For OE Paper, to end a block for Tax Quarter 201003 and later:

    1. Press <Ctrl>-P while entering, but before releasing the last document in the UW.

    2. Once the last document is input, press <F6> to bring up the "Next Page Selection" Window. Select the "End Block" option and answer "YES" to "Do you want to release this UW?" .

Selecting a Specific Unit-of-Work/Block in Original Entry (OE)

  1. You can select a specific Form 941, Form 943 with Schedule R or Stand-Alone Schedule R UW for OE by following these steps:

    1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select the numeric code for OE. The Workstation Main Menu closes, and the OE Selection Menu opens. The menus shown on the screen vary depending on how your supervisor profiled you.

      Example:

      This option is grayed out (or not present) on the Original Entry (OE) Function Menu, if it is not in your profile.

    2. From the OE Selection Menu, enter the numeric code for OE Select Block. The OE Selection Menu closes, and the "Open Block/Unit-of-Work" window opens.

    3. Enter the first 11 digits of the DLN from the Form 941.

    4. Press the <Enter> key. The "Open Block/Unit-of-Work" window closes, and selected UW opens.

    5. Once the designated UW opens, enter data using the instructions found in Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields, Exhibit 3.41.276-2, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 1 (All Revisions) and Page 2 (2020 2nd Qtr and Later Revisions) Part 1, Exhibit 3.41.276-3, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 2 (All Revisions) and Page 3 (2020 2nd Qtr and Later Revisions) Part 2 through Part 5, Exhibit 3.41.276-4, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule B, Exhibit 3.41.276-5, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet, Exhibit 3.41.276-6, Transcription Sheets - Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet, Exhibit 3.41.276-7, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet, and/or Exhibit 3.41.276-8, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

    6. If the block is not available, an error message is displayed indicating the block is not available. For instance, a message displays if you previously worked on this block in FI, or if another operator is currently working on the Block/UW.

    7. If an incorrect option is selected from the OE Selection Menu, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination followed by <F9> to suspend the UW.

Data Validation (DV) Function

  1. The DV function is used to manually correct data from scanned images. The menus shown on the screen vary depending on how your supervisor profiled you.

    Example:

    This option is grayed out (or not present) on the Data Validation (DV) Function Menu, if it is not in your profile.

Form 941 Data Validation (DV) From Image QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Data Validation (DV).

  2. From the Data Validation (DV) Selection Menu, select DV Selection Menu.

  3. From DV Selection Menu, select 941 DV Selection Menu.

  4. From the 941 DV Selection Menu, select one of the following:

    • All 941s (1120x) DV

    • 941 Refunds (11206) DV

    • 941 All Other (11205) DV

    • 941 With Remit (11208) DV

  5. The first UW opens, and the cursor stops at the first highlighted field when AUTO is on. Use the exhibits in this IRM and the general correction procedures to make necessary corrections.

  6. If an incorrect option is selected from the DV Selection Menu before entering any data, press <Ctrl>-P, followed by <F9> to suspend and return to the DV Selection Menu.

  7. Press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to end the current UW upon completion of DV Image.

  8. The system returns you to the Data Validation (DV) Selection Menu when you release the last document.

Form 941 Data Validation (DV) From Image Processing

  1. The Status Line at the bottom of the screen displays the following information:

    1. The Program field displays one of the following:

      Program (Displayed) Description (Not Displayed)
      11205 Perfect/Imperfect - All Other
      11206 Perfect/Imperfect - Refunds
      11208 Perfect/Imperfect - With Remit/Lockbox

    2. The DLN field displays the DLN of the document being displayed.

    3. The SUB field displays the relative count of the document.

      Example:

      The first document in a UW that has 80 documents, the SUB field displays a count of "1 of 80" .

    4. The Pg field displays the relative count of the page of the document.

      Example:

      If processing 941 Page 1, the Pg field displays "1 of 2" or "1 of 3" ; 941 Page 2 displays as "2 of 2" or "2 of 3" depending on the length of the return filed.

    5. The Status Line displays "Auto" when the automatic mode is on, "Ins" when the insert mode is on, and "Num" when the numeric mode is on.

    Note:

    AUTO Indicator is a toggle that turns the AUTO Mode on and off. When AUTO is on, the cursor automatically moves from the current field to the next field requiring perfection. When AUTO is off, the cursor manually moves through every field using the cursor movement keys. A "Select Block" or "Suspended Block" in DV requires the operator to restore the "AUTO On" mode using the <Ctrl>-A key combination.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Data Validation (DV) From Image QUICK START

  1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select Data Validation (DV).

  2. From the Data Validation (DV) Selection Menu, select DV Selection Menu.

  3. From DV Selection Menu, select Stand-Alone Schedule R DV Selection Menu.

  4. From the Stand-Alone Schedule R DV Selection Menu, select one of the following:

    • All Stand-Alone Sch. R DV

    • 943 With Sch. R DV

    • 940 Stand-Alone Sch. R DV

    • 941 Stand-Alone Sch. R DV

    • 943 Stand-Alone Sch. R DV

  5. The first UW opens, and the cursor stops at the first highlighted field when AUTO is on. Use the exhibits in this IRM and the general correction procedures to make necessary corrections.

  6. If an incorrect option is selected from the DV Selection Menu before entering any data, press <Ctrl>-P, followed by <F9> to suspend and return to the DV Selection Menu.

  7. Press the <Ctrl>-P key combination to end the current UW upon completion of DV Image.

  8. The system returns you to the Data Validation (DV) Selection Menu when you release the last document.

Form 943 with Schedule R and Stand-Alone Schedule R Data Validation (DV) From Image Processing

  1. The Status Line at the bottom of the screen displays the following information:

    1. The Program field displays one of the following:

      Program (Displayed) Description (Not Displayed)
      11620 Stand-Alone Schedule R
      11620 Form 943 with Schedule R

    2. The DLN field displays the DLN of the document being displayed.

    3. The SUB field displays the relative count of the document.

      Example:

      The first document in a UW that has 80 documents, the SUB field displays a count of "1 of 80" .

    4. The Pg field displays the relative count of the page of the document.

      Example:

      If processing 943 Schedule R Page 1, the Pg field displays "1 of 2" ; 943 Schedule R Continuation Sheet displays as "2 of 2" .

    5. The Status Line displays "AUTO" when the automatic mode is on, "IN" when the insert mode is on, and "NU" when the numeric mode is on.

    Note:

    AUTO Indicator is a toggle that turns the AUTO Mode on and off. When AUTO is on, the cursor automatically moves from the current field to the next field requiring perfection. When AUTO is off, the cursor manually moves through every field using the cursor movement keys. A "Select Block" or "Suspended Block" in DV requires the operator to restore the "AUTO On" mode using the <Ctrl>-A key combination.

Selecting a Specific Unit-of-Work/Block in Data Validation (DV)

  1. You can select a specific UW of Form 941, Form 943 with Schedule R or Stand-Alone Schedule R documents, for DV by following these steps:

    1. From the Workstation Main Menu, select the numeric code for Data Validation (DV). The Workstation Main Menu closes, and the Data Validation (DV) Selection Menu opens. The menus shown on the screen vary depending on how your supervisor profiled you.

      Example:

      This option is grayed out (or not present) on the Data Validation (DV) Function Menu, if it is not in your profile.

    2. From the DV Selection Menu window, enter the numeric code for DV Select Block. The DV Selection Menu closes, and the "Open Block/Unit-of-Work" window opens.

    3. Enter the first 11 digits of the DLN from the Form 941, Form 943 with Schedule R or Stand-Alone Schedule R documents.

    4. Press the <Enter> key. The "Open Block/Unit-of-Work" window closes, and the selected UW opens.

    5. Once the designated UW opens, enter data using the instructions found in Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields, Exhibit 3.41.276-2, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 1 (All Revisions) and Page 2 (2020 2nd Qtr and Later Revisions) Part 1, Exhibit 3.41.276-3, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 2 (All Revisions) and Page 3 (2020 2nd Qtr and Later Revisions) Part 2 through Part 5, Exhibit 3.41.276-4, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule B, Exhibit 3.41.276-5, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet, Exhibit 3.41.276-6, Transcription Sheets - Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet, Exhibit 3.41.276-7, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet, and/or Exhibit 3.41.276-8, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

    6. A "Select Block" or "Suspended Block" in DV requires the operator to restore the "AUTO On" mode using the <Ctrl>-A key combination.

    7. If the block is not available, an error message is displayed indicating the block is not available. For instance, a message displays if you previously worked on this block in OE or FI, or if another operator is currently working on the Block/UW.

    8. If an incorrect option is selected from the DV Selection Menu, press the <Ctrl>-P key combination followed by <F9> to suspend the UW.

Releasing a Unit-of-Work in Data Validation (DV)

  1. For DV Image, when you release the last document in a UW, a question appears asking if you want to release, the UW.

    1. If you answer "NO" to the question window that opens, the current block remains open for more entry, correction, or validation.

    2. If you answer "YES" to the question window, and have NOT issued a post-to-close (<Ctrl>-P), a Form 941, Form 943 with Schedule R or Stand-Alone Schedule R template appears to begin a new UW.

    3. If you answer "YES" to the question window, and have issued a post-to-close (<Ctrl>-P) the DV Selection Menu opens.

General Correction Procedures

  1. Use these procedures as a guide when entering data in the Original Entry (OE) and Data Validation (DV) functions. Not all items always apply to specific situations in either function. You are required to verify any field containing invalid characters. If the system stops on a field, sight verify and correct all incorrect alphanumeric characters in that field.

  2. Use the following guidelines in determining if scanned information needs corrected:

    IF AND THEN
    A box indicating “Enter Form Layout Year” Appears on Form 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3 The form is as follows:
    1. 2022 with Line 11e Reserved

    2. 2022 w/o Line 11e Reserved

    3. 2021 with *Note

    4. 2021 w/o *Note

    5. 2020 with Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii) and w/o Line 25

    6. 2020 with Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii) and with Line 25

    7. 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 w/o Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii)

    8. 2014, 2015, 2016

    9. 2013

    10. 2012

    11. 2011

    12. 2010 2nd Qtr with Lines 6a-6e

    13. 2009, 2010 w/o Lines 6a-6e

    14. 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

     

    Note:

    This is NOT the Tax Period, this is the form year ID of the form.

    Enter the four-digit code for the page displayed:
    1. Pg 1: 0122; Pg 2: 1222; Pg 3: 0922

    2. Pg 1: 0122; Pg 2: 0222; Pg 3: 0922

    3. Pg 1: 1121; Pg 2: 1221; Pg 3: 1921

    4. Pg 1: 0121; Pg 2: 0221; Pg 3: 0921

    5. Pg 1: 0120; Pg 2: 0220; Pg 3: 2920

    6. Pg 1: 0120; Pg 2: 0220; Pg 3: 0920

    7. Pg 1: 0117; Pg 2: 0217
       

    8. Pg 1: 0114; Pg 2: 0214

    9. Pg 1: 0113; Pg 2: 0213

    10. Pg 1: 0112; Pg 2: 0212

    11. Pg 1: 0111; Pg 2: 0211

    12. Pg 1: 1110; Pg 2: 0210

    13. Pg 1: 0109 or 0110; Pg 2: 0209 or 0210

    14. Pg 1: 0108; Pg 2: 0208

     

    Note:

    If the lines format does not match, you need to follow the format below instead of the actual form year.

     

    Reminder:

    This is four digit entry ONLY.

     

    Exception:

    You CANNOT change a 2020 or later form revision into a 2017 or prior year revision layout. You also CANNOT change any 2017 or prior year form revision into a 2020 or later revision layout. The following error messages display if <F4 > is used with Form Year 20: "Cannot change a "17" or prior Form Year layout to a Form Year "20" or later layout" or "Cannot change a Form Year "20" or later layout to a "17" or prior Form Year layout" .

    Unable to determine by Form Year on Form 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3

    Note:

    You can press <F4> and the system prompts you to change the year format.

    The form is as follows:
    1. Lines 11c, Lines 11e, 11f, 13b, 13d, 13f, 13h, 13i, 21 and 22, Reserved for future use

    2. Lines 11c, Lines 13b, 13d, 13h, 13i, 21 and 22, Reserved for future use and w/o Lines 18a-18b

    3. Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii) w/Note, Lines 11a-11g, Lines 13a, 13c-13i, Lines 18a-18b, Lines 19-28

    4. Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii) w/o Note, Lines 11a-11d, w/o Line 13b, w/o Lines 24-25

    5. Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii), Lines 13a-13g, w/o Line 25

    6. Lines 5a(i) - 5a(ii), Lines 13a-13g, Lines 19-25

    7. Line 11 qualified small business credit.

    8. 2014, 2015 and 2016, ends with Line 13 overpayment

    9. Lines 5a-5f

    10. Lines 5a-5e

    11. Lines 5a, 5e, 6e, 7, 12a-12b

    12. Lines 6a-6e, 7a-7c, 12a-12e

    13. Lines 7a-7d, ends with Line 15 overpayment

    14. Lines 7a-7h, ends with Line 13 overpayment

    Enter the four-digit code for the page displayed:
    1. Pg 1: 0122; Pg 2: 1222; Pg 3: 0922
       

    2. Pg 1: 0122; Pg 2: 0222; Pg 3: 0922

       

    3. Pg 1: 1121; Pg 2: 1221; Pg 3: 1921
       

    4. Pg 1: 0121; Pg 2: 0221; Pg 3: 0921
       

    5. Pg 1: 0120; Pg 2: 0220; Pg 3: 2920

    6. Pg 1: 0120; Pg 2: 0220; Pg 3: 0920

    7. Pg 1: 0117

    8. Pg 1: 0114
       

    9. Pg 1: 0113

    10. Pg 1: 0112

    11. Pg 1: 0111

    12. Pg 1: 1110

    13. Pg 1: 0109

    14. Pg 1: 0108

     

    Reminder:

    This is four digit entry ONLY.

    Field displays Scanned information Scanned information is correct and in the correct field Press<Enter> to proceed to the next field.
    Field displays scanned information Scanned information is correct but the incorrect field Delete the scanned information using <F3> and enter the correct information using the criteria in the subsection below.

    Note:

    Ensure there is a space between the "%" and the In Care of Name. See IRM 3.41.276.12.3 (3).

    Field displays scanned information Scanned information is in correct field but data is incorrect Delete the scanned information using the <F3> or use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the incorrect information and replace it using the criteria in the subsections below.
    Field does not display any information Image displays information for the field Enter the information for the field using the criteria in the subsections below.
    Field does not display any information Image does not display any information for the field Leave the field blank.
  3. If you reach the maximum field length while entering data, the cursor, in most cases, automatically moves to the next field. Therefore, you can inadvertently enter incorrect characters into the next field. Remove or correct these characters. Use standard abbreviations as shown in Exhibit 3.41.276-9.

  4. Any check box present on any form requires sight verification if the system reads the box as marked.

  5. Error Messages — Messages found in the Prompt Area giving helpful hints to correct the error. Most error messages consist of two lines with the first line displaying the error message and the second information to help resolve the error condition.

  6. The <Ctrl>-<F7> key combination function provides the operator the ability to access the last edited field or the last flagged field of the previous document. For more information on Function Keys refer to Exhibit 3.41.276-11.

  7. An asterisk (*) at the upper right-hand corner of the normal proper placement of the numerous lines or boxes present on the return represent the skip key stop points.

    Caution:

    Taxpayer generated forms may not have the line or box placement in the correct location. Do not mistake the skip line or box asterisk for taxpayer entries during OE or DV operations.

    <Ctrl>-S - The skip key combination is used to:
    • Bypass the Code and Edit fields (OE and DV).

    • Move from Line 5d to Line 8, if form revision 2008-2010 (Rev. Oct 2010). Move from Line 5d to Line 10 if form revision is 2011 and later.

    • Move to the first money amount field in each column for each month on Schedule B (OE and DV).

    • Move from any blank field in Column (a) on 941 Schedule R or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet to Column (b) on the Sub-Total Line (Line 6/Line 11/Line 16 on 941 Schedule R Page 1 or Line 9/Line 24/Line 26 on 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet).

    Note:

    If AUTO is off and no flags exist prior to the skip to field, the skip key combination can be used in DV.

  8. While working in OE Image or DV Image, if you cannot determine the data for any field from the image because it is illegible or the image is incomplete, suspend the UW and pull the paper document for verification.

  9. While working in OE Image or DV Image, do not enter data marked out or crossed through by the taxpayer. Do enter data written in or placed on the document in different font.

  10. The<↑> Up Arrow key — Allows the operator to go backwards between pages, one field at a time, instead of jumping to the top of the previous document.

  11. Cross field validations occur on certain conditions and require sight validation and verification. Follow the screen prompts to allow systemic determination of the disposition of the UW.

  12. For additional information on function keys: refer to IRM 3.41.274, Optical Character Recognition Scanning Operations, General Instructions For Processing via Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System, Exhibit 3.41.274-1, Function Key Use and Description by Form Type.

Illegible Name Control/Employer Identification Number (EIN)

  1. When the Name Control is illegible, enter four hyphens "- - - -" if EIN is present. If EIN is not present, delete the document as "Unprocessable 941" .

  2. When the EIN is illegible, press <F3> and clear the field, if Name Control is present. If the Name Control is not present, delete the document as "Unprocessable 941" .

Name Control/Check Digit

  1. If the EIN is unaltered on a pre-printed label and the Check Digit is presented, enter the Check Digit, if legible. Otherwise, enter the Name Control. If Name Control is presented, instead of a Check Digit, always use the Name Control.

Check Digit
  1. Enter the two letters shown above the tax year on the label.

  2. If the Check Digit is lined through, circled, or missing enter the Name Control.

    Reminder:

    The IRS stopped printing and distributing pre-printed labels to taxpayers in 2009.

Name Control
  1. If the Name Control presented for verification ties into the name on the Name Line, Trade Name Line, or In Care of Name Line, leave the generated Name Control. If the generated Name Control does not tie into the above lines or if it is blank, enter the Name Control edited on the return. If the return does not have an edited Name Control, follow the instructions below.

  2. Enter the Name Control. (See Document 7071-A, Name Control Job Aid - For Use Outside of the Entity Area, for Name Control Determination). You do not need to press <Enter> if the Name Control is four characters.

  3. If the Name Control is less than four characters, enter those shown and press <Enter>.

  4. The Name Control usually consists of the first four significant characters of the taxpayers’ name or business name. The first character must be alpha or numeric, and the remaining characters can consist of letters, numbers, an ampersand (&), or a hyphen (-).

    Note:

    If an invalid character is used in the Name Line, ignore the special character when determining the Name Control.

  5. If more than one Name Control is edited or no Name Control is edited and you cannot determine the correct Name Control and the return has an EIN, enter four hyphens ("- - - -" ) in the Name Control field.

In Care of Name

  1. The presence of a "%" (percent sign) or "C/O" followed by a name identifies an" In Care of Name" .

  2. Search the Name Line, Trade Name Line and Street Address for an" In Care of Name" .

  3. Enter "%" , space, and then the name immediately following the "%" or "C/O" indicator.

    Note:

    If the In Care of Name line is sent for verification and all information to the right of the "%" sign is correct, it is not necessary to remove any information that may appear to the left of the "%" . If all information to the right of the "%" is not correct, clear the field and enter the correct information.

  4. Returns identified by a solid black line above and to the left of the entity area or pound (#) signs to the left of the entity area, represent an IRS label under the National Change of Address (NCOA) program. These labels do not have a check digit and are not considered an IRS preprinted label. The In Care of Name line (%) information REQUIRES ENTRY if present.

  5. Valid characters include alphas, numerics, "-" hyphen, "&" ampersand, and "%" percent sign. The field length is 35 positions long. You must spell out any other symbols (e.g., "$" , input as Dollar).

  6. If the In Care of Name is illegible, enter "%-" (Percent hyphen without a space between) this sends the document to the Error Resolution System (ERS) for more research.

  7. If document has an IRS pre-printed label without changes to the In Care of Name line, leave blank.

    Note:

    On IRS pre-printed labels if the only change is to the In Care Of (C/O) information, leave the street, city, state and ZIP Code fields blank.

Entering Name Lines
  1. Enter the information exactly as shown from the name block on the document except as instructed below:

    1. Enter an ampersand (&) for the word "AND" or "OR" .

    2. Space for a period.

    3. Never enter two consecutive spaces.

    4. Space within a true last name where shown.

    5. Omit apostrophe (') if shown in Name Line. Do not space for an apostrophe.

    6. Omit slash (/) if shown in Name Line. Space for a slash.

    7. Enter a hyphen (-) where shown. Do not space before or after the hyphen.

    8. Enter numerics present in the Name Line.

  2. When entering the In Care of Name Line, valid characters include A-Z, 0-9, -, %. The system magnifies or highlights the Name Line, Trade Name, and the Address Line when the operator is in the In Care of Name Line.

Code and Edit Marks

  1. Edit marks and their descriptions:

    EDIT MARK DESCRIPTION
    "*" (Asterisk) The "*" is used to delete tax data or to show that an item is not transcribed.
    • For money amounts, enter the amount written to the left of the "*" , when applicable.

    • For Line Numbers, enter the money amount on the new line number.

    • When an "*" appears in the Entity part of the return, enter all information (characters) not lined through.

    Bracket (Parentheses) or "—" (Minus)
    • Shows an amount is input as negative.

    Circle
    • Used to delete the Received Date and other erroneous edit marks such as CCC, Action Code, or Tax Periods, etc.

    Note:

    A circle can be used to delete any field except for money amounts.

    Underline
    • Used to identify a Name Control that is to be entered.

    Line Through or Circle
    • Used to delete Entity information that should not be entered, including a Check Digit.

    "/" (Slash) or "X"
    • A "/" (slash) or "X " through the entire page shows the page is deleted.

    • If the"/" (slash) or "X" is on 941 Page 1 and/or 941 Page 2, delete the document as "Unprocessable 941" .

    • For all other pages, including Schedule B and 941 Schedule R or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet, delete the page as "Unprocessable Attachment" .

Entering Code and Edit Fields

  1. Code and Edit fields listed and described in Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields.

  2. Code and Edit fields along with 941 Page 1 of the Image presents to the Operator.

  3. Press<Ctrl>-S key combination to get out of the Code and Edit fields (during OE and DV).

  4. Code and Edit writes the Computer Conditions Codes (CCC) to the right of "You MUST fill out both pages of this form and SIGN IT" or in the "bottom middle margin" of the return. It is the responsibility of the operator to input all CCC edited, stamped or underlined on the return.

  5. The following Computer Conditions Codes (CCC) automatically generate:

    IF THEN
    "Line 4" box checked Generate CCC "B"
    "Line 17" (Line 16 form revisions 2005-2008; Line 18 form revisions 2009–2011; Line 15 form revisions 2014-2016) box is checked Generate CCC "F"
    "Line 18" (Line 18a form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021)) box is checked Generate CCC "T"
    "Form ID" code starts with "96" Generate CCC "P"

    Note:

    Sight verification is required for Line 4, Line 17 (Line 16 form revisions 2005-2008; Line 18 form revisions 2009-2011 or Line 15 form revisions 2014-2016) and Line 18 (Line 18a form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021)) if the box is checked or marked with an "X" .

    Note:

    If the CCC field is displayed for verification these condition codes require transcription if not present and the corresponding box is checked.

  6. The IRS Received Date, often referred to as "Received Date" , is the date a document is first received by the IRS. It is stamped or edited on 941 Page 1 of the return.

  7. An "Official Received Date Stamp" may consist of no less than:

    1. "Month" — alpha or numeric characters.

    2. "Day " — two digits: 01–31. (For example, -1, 1, or 01.)

    3. "Year" — two or four digits.

    4. Area Office (AO), Campus, Field Office, TAC Office (or similar term for an IRS location) plus the City/Location of the site, or

    5. A functional area within one of these sites (e.g., Compliance Services Collection Operations (CSCO), Examination (Exam), Image Control Team (ICT), Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII), Accounts Management (AM), etc.).

    Note:

    Any Date stamp that DOES NOT have the word "Received" should not be entered as the Received Date. DO NOT enter dates from other date stamps such as Resort Received Date, Postmark, Received Dates stamped by taxpayers, EEFAX dates, etc.

  8. The received date is input in MMDDYY format. For example:

    • March -7, 2022 is input as 030722,

    • June 09, 2022 is input as 060922,

    • October 10, 2022 is input as 101022

  9. The "Received Date" must be an "Official" stamp or edited on the return. If two or more Received Dates are stamped on the return and neither has been edited, pick up the earliest date.

    Note:

    If the Received Date is handwritten it DOES NOT have to have the word "Received."

    Caution:

    Taxpayer Advocate Services (TAS) Received Dates, Fax and EEFAX Received Dates are NOT VALID as an IRS Received Date.

  10. If the return has a "Post Mark Date" and a "Received Date" , enter the Received Date.

  11. If the return has a "Post Mark Date" and a "Received Date" , and the Received Date is circled or edited out, leave the field blank.

  12. If the "Post Mark Date" is the only date on the document, enter 090999.

  13. If the "Received Date" is incomplete, illegible, an invalid day of the month, or a future date, enter 090999. If unsure if the received date requires input, enter 090999.

Employer Identification Number (EIN)

  1. The EIN on Form 941 Page 1 must contain nine numeric digits or blank.

  2. If the EIN is more than or less than nine digits, illegible, missing, or there is more than one EIN present, press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

    Note:

    A return must have EITHER an EIN or Name Control to be processable, If the return has either the EIN or Name Control, continue processing. However, if the return does not have an EIN AND a Name Control (both blank), delete the document as "Unprocessable 941" .

  3. For 941 Schedule R EIN instructions, see Exhibit 3.41.276-5, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet or Exhibit 3.41.276-8, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

  4. For Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Stand Alone 943 Schedule R EIN instructions, see Exhibit 3.41.276-6, Transcription Sheets - Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

  5. For Stand-Alone 940 Schedule R EIN instructions, see Exhibit 3.41.276-7, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

Address Elements

  1. With the implementation of the Enhanced Entity Index File (EEIF) a window may appear asking "Is address changed?" . This message includes the In Care Of Name Line (%), Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code. If the document has an IRS pre-printed address with no changes, you should answer "NO" . You should answer "YES" if the IRS pre-printed address, has changes (including % name line).

  2. If the return has an IRS pre-printed label without changes to the Street Address, City, State or ZIP Code, all these fields must be left blank during OE and/or DV. If any of the fields display information, press <F3> and <Enter> to remove the information from the field.

  3. If the return has an IRS pre-printed label without changes to the In Care of Name Line but has a change to the Address, leave the In Care of Name Line blank and enter the Street Address, City, State and ZIP.

  4. Returns identified by a solid black line above and to the left of the entity area or pound (#) signs to the left of the address, represent an IRS label under the National Change of Address (NCOA) program. These returns do not have Check Digits and are not considered an IRS pre-printed label, therefore all In Care of Name Line and Address information require entry.

  5. Enter the Street Address information exactly as shown on the document except as instructed below. See Exhibit 3.41.276-14, Valid Characters.

    1. Never enter "local" as the first word in the Street Address. Enter information to the right of "local" only.

    2. If the only Street Address is "local" , leave the Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code blank. If any of these fields display information press <F3> and <Enter> to remove the information from the field.

    3. If the Street Address has only the DBA, Trade Name or Business Name, leave the Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code blank. If any of these fields display information, press <F3> and <Enter> to remove the information from the field.

    4. If the Street Address has an EIN or SSN, DO NOT input this information. If the only Street Address is the EIN or SSN, leave the Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code blank.

  6. Enter street abbreviations as shown in Exhibit 3.41.276-9, Street Abbreviations.

    Note:

    Do not abbreviate proper names of the street in the Street Address field.

  7. If the Street Address and/or City is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" . If unable to correct the Street Address and/or City from the paper document, leave the Street Address, City, State and ZIP blank. If necessary, press <F3> and <Enter> to remove any information present in the fields.

    Note:

    If any of the address fields are blank, excluding the % Name Line, they all must be blank.

  8. If the Street Address and/or City are missing, leave the Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code blank. If necessary, press <F3> and <Enter> to remove any information present in the fields.

    Note:

    If any of the address fields are blank, excluding the % Name Line, they all must be blank.

  9. If return has a US Possession, or other foreign address, delete the document as "Unprocessable 941" .

  10. If an address is input during OE or DV, all elements (Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code) require entry.

  11. If two street addresses are present with the same City, State and ZIP Code, enter the first street address.

  12. If two addresses are present with different cities, states and ZIP Codes, enter the first address.

  13. If there is a street address and a PO Box, enter only the PO Box. Treat both "POB" and "PO Drawer" as if they read PO Box.

  14. If a document has PO BOX, POB, PO Drawer or Post Office Box, you may enter an asterisk (*) followed by a space in the first two positions of the Street Address instead of "PO BOX" . It is not necessary to change "PO BOX" to an asterisk if "PO BOX" is scanned.

    Example Enter As
    PO Box #24 * (space) 24

  15. Omit C/O or % (In Care Of) if shown with an address.

  16. Always enter "AND" if an ampersand (&) is shown in the Address Line.

  17. If @ is shown in the Street Address, enter "AT" .

  18. Major City Codes listed in Exhibit 3.41.276-10 may be used. The system generates a valid five-digit ZIP Code, if a Major City Code is used and a ZIP Code is not present.

  19. If North, South, East or West is shown as part of the city name, use the standard abbreviation (North = N, South = S, etc.). Do Not use a Major City Code in this instance unless found in Exhibit 3.41.276-10, Alphabetical Listing of Major Cities with Major City Codes and Zone Improvement Plan (ZIP) Codes.

    Example:

    East Lansing, MI = ET and South Bend, IN = SB.

    Example Enter As
    West Miami W Miami
    North Ogden N Ogden

  20. If a City has numerics, enter as alphas.

    Example:

    Enter 29 Palms as TWENTY NINE PALMS.

  21. Enter standard abbreviations for states.

  22. If the system presents all nine digits of the ZIP Code correctly, accept them. If the ZIP Code requires correction, only enter the first five digits of the ZIP Code. If less than five digits use the system default ZIP Code.

  23. If there is no State, but a ZIP Code is present, press the <Enter> key in the ZIP Code field. This generates the State Code for this ZIP Code in the Status Line. Follow the screen prompts to accept this State Code or to enter a different State Code.

  24. If there is no ZIP Code but a State is present, press the <Enter> key in the ZIP Code field. The system generates the default ZIP Code for that State.

  25. If the State does not match the ZIP Code presented, delete the ZIP Code and generate the default ZIP Code for this State.

  26. If both the State and ZIP Code are blank, leave the Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code blank. If necessary, press <F3> and <Enter> to remove any information present in the fields.

  27. Transcribe Army Post Office (APO), Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) and Fleet Post Office (FPO) addresses with the proper two-character State Code followed by the corresponding unique five-digit ZIP Code.

    1. When APO, DPO or FPO is used, do not enter any other data in the City field.

    2. When APO, DPO, or FPO is transcribed in the City field, the State Code field must correspond with the following ZIP Codes:

      ZIP Code State Code
      340 AA
      090–098 AE
      962–966 AP

    Note:

    Enter all APO/DPO/FPO addresses as follows:

    Example Enter As
    APO New York, NY 091XX APO AE 091XX
    DPO, Miami, FL 340XX DPO AA 340XX
    FPO San Francisco, CA 962XX FPO AP 962XX

Money Amount Fields

  1. All money fields consist of dollars and cents.

  2. Enter money amounts as follows:

    Amount on Document Enter As
    0.03 03
    00.03 03
    0.3 30
    .035 03
    1. If a dollar and cents amount is present, enter as is.

    2. If a dollar amount is present without cents, enter dollar amount and two zeros for cents.

    3. If a dollar amount is present and it is followed by a line, dash or hyphen, enter dollar amount and two zeros for cents.

    4. If a dollar amount is present and the cents is lined through, enter dollar amount and two zeros for cents.

    5. If there is a single numeric digit in the cents column or following the period, enter the digit followed by a zero.

    6. If three or more digits appear in the cents column or following the period, Enter the first two digits.

    7. If money amount is larger than 15 numeric characters, enter only the first 15 characters.

    8. If money amount is a negative zero (for example: -00, -0.00. -00.00, etc.), REMOVE IT. Press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

  3. Enter negative amounts (identified with a minus "-" before the amount or the amount is within brackets), where allowed, by leading the amount with a hyphen.

  4. If a negative money amount appears in a positive only field, enter amount as positive.

  5. If two or more money amounts appear on the same line, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>, unless otherwise instructed.

  6. If a money amount without a decimal displays with leading zeros (for example: amount on document is 01 and system captured as 001), press <F3> to clear the field and enter the amount as shown on the document.

  7. If the money amount is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image" ).

  8. If after suspending for "Poor Quality Image" you still cannot determine the correct money amount from the physical document, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

  9. If a code or other non-monetary entry appears in a money field press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

Poor Quality Image

  1. Occasionally the Image of the return presented to the OE or DV Operator is unreadable. Some reasons for this include:

    • Writing on Image too light.

    • Image too dark to read writing.

    • Image illegible.

    • Image incomplete, etc.

  2. When working in OE Image or DV Image, if you cannot determine the data for ANY field including the Street Address, City, State and ZIP Code, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" . (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image" .)

    Note:

    This instruction DOES NOT include the EIN or Name Control. See IRM 3.41.276.12.1, Illegible Name Control/EIN.

  3. The Team Lead or designated employee reviews the Work Status Report for suspended "Poor Quality Image" items and pulls the original return/document from the block and gives to the employee that suspended the UW.

  4. The employee resumes the suspended block, corrects the data using the paper return and then gives the paper return back to the Team Lead or designated employee.

  5. The Team Lead or designated employee re-files the return in its original block.

Unprocessable Conditions

  1. Currently some returns cannot process through SCRIPS or require processing as OE Paper.

  2. Delete all returns determined as unprocessable by selecting "Unprocessable 941" for the Pull-doc Report. (<Ctrl>-<Shift>-<Delete/Del>; select "Unprocessable 941" .)

  3. Some unprocessable conditions:

    1. Return does not have an EIN AND Name Control (if either the EIN or Name Control is present, continue processing).

    2. Returns with a U.S. Possession or foreign address. (Processed through ISRP).

    3. If all transcription lines are not available for input due to the form being cut off or folded.

    4. Form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) or later returns that display or prompt as a prior revision layout OR any form revision 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) or prior returns that display or prompt as a form revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) or later layout.

    5. Returns without BOTH entity and money amounts (entirely blank forms).

    6. Forms other than Form 941. (Processing of these returns is done using the correct SCRIPS program or through ISRP).

    7. Form has an "X" or "/" across the entire 941 Page 1 or 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3 but not both without an explanation.

      Note:

      If only the Schedule B has an "X" or "/" through the page, delete the Schedule B only as an "Unprocessable Attachment" .

    8. The Tax Period is 200412 or prior. (Processed through ISRP).

SCRIPS Transcription Sheets

  1. The following Exhibits represent specific data entry procedures:

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-1, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-2, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 1 (All Revisions) and Page 2 (Revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and Later) Part 1

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-3, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 2 (All Revisions) and Page 3 (Revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and Later) Part 2 through Part 5

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-4, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule B

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-5, Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-6, Transcription Sheets - Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-7, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

    • Exhibit 3.41.276-8, Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

Math Validations

  1. If Line 5c does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 5a through 5c. Validate each line amount is input correctly.

  2. If Line 5d (Tax Qtrs 200503 through 201212) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 5a through 5d. Validate each line amount is input correctly.

  3. If Line 5e (Tax Qtrs 201303 and later) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 5a through 5e. Validate each line amount is input correctly.

  4. If Line 6b (Tax Qtrs 201006 through 201012) has an entry, validate there is a money amount on Line 6c.

  5. If Line 6c (Tax Qtrs 201006 through 201012) has a money amount, validate there is an entry on Line 6b.

  6. Line 6e/6:

    1. If Line 6e (Tax Qtrs 201006 through 201012) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 3, 5d, 6d, and 6e. Validate each line amount is input correctly.

    2. If Line 6e (Tax Qtrs 201103 through 201112) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 3, 5d, 5e and 6e. Validate each line amount is input correctly.

    3. If Line 6 (Tax Qtrs 201203 through 201212) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 3, 5d, 5e and 6. Validate each line amount is input correctly.

    4. If Line 6 (Tax Qtrs 201303 and later) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 3, 5e, 5f and 6. Validate each line is input correctly.

  7. Line 7d/7h:

    1. If Line 7h (Tax Qtrs 200503 through 200812) does not math verify the cursor returns to Lines 7a through 7h. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    2. If Line 7d (Tax Qtrs 200903 through 201003) does not math verify the cursor returns to Lines 7a through 7d. Validate each amount is input correctly.

  8. If Line 8 (Tax Qtrs 201003 and later) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 6, 7a, 7b, 7c and 8. Validate each amount is input correctly.

  9. If Line 10 (Tax Qtrs 200503 through 201012) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 8, 9 and 10. Validate each amount is input correctly.

  10. Line 12:

    1. If Line 12 (Tax Qtrs 201703 through 202003) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 10,11, and 12. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    2. If Line 12 (Tax Qtrs 202006 and later) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Line 12. Validate the amount is input correctly.

  11. If Line 12d (Tax Qtrs 201006 through 201012 only) has a money amount, validate there is an entry on Line 12c.

  12. Line 13:

    1. If Line 13 (Tax Qtr 201006 only) does not math verify cursor returns to Lines 11, 12a, 12e and 13 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    2. If Line 13 (Tax Qtrs 200903 through 201003 and/or Tax Qtrs 201009 through 201612) does not math verify cursor returns to Lines 11, 12a and 13 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

  13. Line 14 (Line 12):

    1. If Line 14 (Line 12 form revisions 2014-2016 and 2005 through 2008) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12 (Line 10), 13 (Line 11) and 14 (Line 12) for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly. Form revisions 2014-2016 and 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010), if the tax quarter entered is equal to or greater than 201103, then the cursor returns to Lines 8, 13 (Line 11) and 14 (Line 12).

    2. If Line 14 (Tax Qtrs 202006 through 202012) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13b, 13c, 13d, 13f and 14 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    3. If Line 14 (Tax Qtr 202103 only) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13d, 13f and 14 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    4. If Line 14 (Tax Qtrs 202106 through 202112) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13d, 13e,13f, 13h and 14 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    5. If Line 14 (Tax Qtr 202203 only) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13e, 13f, and 14 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    6. If Line 14 (Tax Qtrs 202206 and later) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13e, and 14 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

  14. Line 15 (Line 13):

    1. If Line 15 (Line 13 form revisions 2012-2016 and 2005-2008) does not math verify the cursor returns to Lines 12 (Line 10), 13 (Line 11) and 15 (Line 13) for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly. Form revisions 2014-2016, 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010), if the tax quarter entered is equal to or greater than 201103, then the cursor returns to Lines 8, 13 (Line 11) and 15 (Line 13).

    2. If Line 15 (Tax Qtrs 202006 through 202012) does not math verify the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13b, 13c, 13d, 13f and 15 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    3. If Line 15 (Tax Qtr 202103 only) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13d, 13f and 15 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    4. If Line 15 (Tax Qtrs 202106 through 202112) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13d, 13e, 13f, 13h and 15 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    5. If Line 15 (Tax Qtr 202203 only) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13e, 13f, and 15 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

    6. If Line 15 (Tax Qtrs 202206 and later) does not math verify, the cursor returns to Lines 12, 13a, 13c, 13e, and 15 for sight verification. Validate each amount is input correctly.

  15. SCRIPS performs column balancing for each money amount column for each 941 Schedule R to the first Sub-total Line of the page Line 14/Line 16/Line 6 on 941 Schedule R Page 1, Line 24/Line 26/Line 9 on 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet. SCRIPS displays "Column out of balance by: $xxx.xx" or "Column out of balance by: xxx" .

Other Validations

  1. If Line 15 (Line 13) Refund check box (Line 13 form revisions 2012-2016 and 2005-2008) is checked, it is sent to DV for verification. Verify box is picked up correctly. If the box is checked ensure it displays an "X" . If the box was mistakenly checked, remove the "X" when it is present.

  2. If any Record Of Federal Tax Liability (ROFTL) Line 16 (form revisions 2012-2013 and 2017 and later), (Line 14 form revisions 2014-2016), (Line 17 form revisions 2009–2011), (Line 15 form revisions 2005-2008) amount is blank, it is sent to DV for verification.

    Exception:

    If any of the blank ROFTL fields displayed for entry during OE, they are not sent to DV for verification.

  3. Use the following to determine the need to input the Third-Party Designee information:

    IF THEN
    The "Yes" box is checked
    1. Input an "X" in the "Yes" box and input the Personal Identification Number (PIN) in the PIN box.

    2. If the PIN is more than five characters (alpha and/or numeric), enter the first five characters only.

    3. If the PIN is less than five characters, enter all available characters and leave the rest blank.

    4. If the PIN is not available or is illegible, leave the PIN box blank.

    The "No" box is checked Leave the "Yes" box blank. Input the PIN, if present, using the information in 2 through 4 above.
    Both the "Yes" and "No" boxes checked Leave the "Yes" box blank. Input the PIN, if present, using the information in 2 through 4 above.
    Neither box is checked Leave the "Yes" box blank. Input the PIN, if present, using the information in 2 through 4 above.

    Note:

    If both the "Yes" and "No" box is checked, the "Yes" box is sent to the operator for verification.

  4. SCRIPS tries to determine the presence of a signature in Part 5 on 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3. If SCRIPS detects a signature is present it continues processing. If SCRIPS does not detect a signature it displays a message to the DV/OE operator.

  5. An "asterisk" (*), "notating signature on file" , or "signature on attachment" , etc., in the signature box reflects a valid signature is on an attachment.

  6. Very often a preparer marks the signature line with an "X" indicating where the taxpayer should sign the return. When this happens:

    IF AND THEN
    An ""X" " is shown in the "SIGN your name here" box There is a name shown in the "Print your name here" box DO NOT correspond for a signature.
    An ""X" " is shown in the "SIGN your name here" box There is NOT a name shown in the "Print your name here" box Correspond for a signature using AC 225.

  7. A signature of an individual, officer, partner, duly authorized agent, etc. affixed by rubber stamp, mechanical device, or computer-generated software to a return is acceptable. The signature may appear on either "Sign your name here" or "Print name and title" line. A signature refers to the name of the individual who attests that the information on the return is true, correct and complete.

    Note:

    Rev. Proc. 2005-39 sets out the circumstances when facsimile signatures may be used for Form 941. This provision allows for the use of a Mechanical Device. A Mechanical Device includes typewritten signature, or those made by a computer output device (laserjet, inkjet, and dot matrix printers).

  8. Returns generated from the Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII)/Accounts Management Services (AMS) being sent for processing may not have a signature. If there is an indication, in the signature area, "CII or AMS-Do Not Correspond for signature" , and the return has a CCC "3" , DO NOT input ERS Action Code (AC) 225. If the return does not have a CCC "3" , input ERS Action Code (AC) 225.

  9. Use the information in (3) through (7) to determine if ERS AC 225 is needed:

    IF THEN
    Message "Is a signature present" displays on the screen.

    Note:

    This box may display in the center of 941 Page 2 or next to the signature area on 941 Page 2.

    • If signature is present in "Part 5" , answer "YES" .

    • If signature is not present in "Part 5" , answer "NO" and enter AC 225 (if not already present) or AC 211, if edited in lower left corner of 941 Page 1.

      Note:

      AC 211 always take precedence over AC 225.

    Note:

    If you accidently answer "NO" and the signature is present, DO NOT enter an "Action Code" .

  10. SCRIPS flags for sight verification any negative money amount on any Schedule R or Schedule R Continuation Sheet. If amount is still negative, accept negative amount.

  11. SCRIPS flags any money amount for sight verification that displays just a single one "1" .

  12. SCRIPS flags any money amount that is not numeric (excluding blank).

  13. SCRIPS flags for sight verification any money amount that is over one million dollars.

  14. SCRIPS flags for sight verification Lines 1, 2, and 3 of the Form 941 when any of the three lines contain the same value. If the lines actually contain the same value, accept amount.

  15. SCRIPS flags for sight verification Line 1 of the Form 941 when the number is equal to or greater than 50,000.

  16. When working Form 943 with Schedule R or Stand-Alone Schedule R forms, SCRIPS requires entry of the TaxQtr/Tax Year on the first 941/940/943 Schedule R. If the Tax Year or the first two digits of the TaxQtr do not match the scan job tax year entered (OE/DV Image) or the OE entered Tax Year (OE Paper), Display message "Tax Year entered does not match Block Tax Year. Are you sure?" .

  17. SCRIPS flags each 941 Schedule R or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet when the 941 Schedule R Employer EIN does not equal the EIN on 941 Page 1 of the Form 941. Display message "Employer EIN inconsistent. Please verify."

  18. The "ERS Action Code" may systemically populate after certain conditions are met. If you back up to the "ERS Action Code" from another field, do not clear the "ERS Action Code" field unless specifically instructed in this IRM.

  19. OE Paper: SCRIPS places the input/entered Name Control on the generated image on Name Line 1.

  20. OE Paper: SCRIPS places the input/entered In Care of Name Line on the generated image on the Trade Name Line.

Block Status Window

  1. The Block Status window displays a more detailed status of the blocks/UWs in the search criteria data entered in the Block Search Criteria window.

  2. A change of operational parameters of blocks/UWs is completed in the Block Status window. Depending on the parameter, a change to the parameter for individual blocks/UWs or multiple blocks/UWs is completed at the same time.

    1. Press the <Alt>-A key combination for a selection of all blocks eligible for selection. This excludes blocks reflecting a status of "DELETE" or "DONE" . The result is a check symbol on the selected blocks in the Block Selected for Update column.

    2. If you choose to not perform any updates on the selected blocks, you can deselect all blocks by pressing the <Alt>-A key combination.

    3. You could also choose to cancel the blocks selected and close the Block Status window by pressing the <Alt>-X key combination.

  3. Block status monitoring (IPS0697) window displays a more detailed status of the blocks/UWs.

Purging Documents

  1. Purge from the SCRIPS system the files including the document images, ASCII data, and statistical information once the blocks/UWs of documents process through SCRIPS and reach "accepted" by down-stream processing, and the transmittals have moved to archive.

    Note:

    Accepted means the output files and "the returns in those files" clear all error conditions.

  2. It is recommended a system purge occur a minimum of two (2) weeks after the output date.

  3. Purge only those blocks/Units of Work (UWs) available for purge. The system keeps track of blocks/UWs available for purge and only allows you to purge those blocks/UWs. SCRIPS does not allow any blocks waiting for Quality Review (QR) Block Summarization or flagged for Quality Review to purge.

  4. Do not purge files for reports before six weeks.

    Exception:

    Reports allow deletion after seven working days however, six weeks is the preference.

  5. A deleted document and/or block/UW is removed from the system when the form type is purged. The remainder of the form types on SCRIPS operate in the same manner.

    Example:

    Deleted 941 documents/UWs are removed when a Form 941 block purge is performed. The remainder of the form types operate in the same manner.

  6. A purge for the form type is initiated and activated before removal of deleted documents/blocks/UWs from the system. If you open a purge window but do not select any blocks for purge, the deleted documents/blocks/UWs do not leave the system. Until the deletion is properly done Documents/blocks/UWs remain on the system.

  7. Retained for 30 days after data is verified as converted to tape per Document 12990, Records Control Schedules, Record Control Schedule (RCS) 32, item 2, Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System (SCRIPS)previously processed under Record Control Schedule (RCS) 19, item 78, Correspondence Imaging Inventory (CII):(B) System Data, the physical documents (UWs scanned in the SCRIPS area). If systemic issues exist for downstream systems a longer period is enforced by headquarters staff.

Supervisor Section Form 941 and Stand-Alone Schedule R Program Reports

  1. The following is a listing of the Form 941 and Stand-Alone Schedule R reports available on SCRIPS:

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.1, Document Locator Number (DLN) Output Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.2, Assigned Document Locator Number (DLN) Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.3, Document Locator Number (DLN) Assignment Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.4, Actual Output Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.5, Workflow Status Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.6, Inventory Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.7, Production Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.8, Run Balancing Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.9, Pull Document Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.10, Throughput Statistics Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.11, Workstation Operator Statistics - Program and Function Summary Report

    • IRM 3.41.276.18.12, FI/DLN Cross Reference Report

Document Locator Number (DLN) Output Report

  1. The title of the report is 941 DLN Output Report (IPS10640).

  2. The report reflects the entire production for the site for a given time frame.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. Run Date

    3. Page number

    4. Program number

    5. DLNs and a notation if it is a transmittal DLN or detail DLN

    6. File Location Code (FLC), Tax Class and Document Code (TAX/DOC), Julian date, Block number and Volume

Assigned Document Locator Number Report

  1. The title of the report is either 941 Assigned DLN Report (IPS03339) or 94x Stand Alone Schedule R Assigned DLN Report (IPS03339).

  2. The report reflects production for the individual scanner for a given time frame.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Program number

    2. Run Date and Time

    3. Scanner Job ID

    4. Start Time

    5. End Time

    6. DLNs and a notation if it is a transmittal DLN or detail DLN

    7. File Location Code (FLC), Tax Class and Document Code (TAX/DOC), Julian date, Block number and Volume

    8. The summary page for the scan job by document code and form type

Document Locator Number (DLN) Assignment Report

  1. The title of the report is 941 DLN Assignment Report (IPS10620).

  2. The report reflects the total number of DLN assignments by program number for a given time frame.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. From and to date range

    3. Run Date and clock time

    4. Page number

    5. Program number

    6. Each Batch ID and the coinciding Block Number, Serial Number Range, Unrecognized Documents, Total Documents in Batch and Total Documents Output in Batch for each.

    7. Total Documents for each program

    8. Total Documents Output per program

    9. Total Unrecognized Documents per program

Actual Output Report

  1. The title of the report is either 941 Actual Output Report (IPS10650) or Stand-Alone Sch R Actual Output Report (IPS25020).

  2. The report reflects the entire production for the site for a given time frame.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. FTP File ID number

    3. Run Date and time

    4. Page number

    5. Program number

    6. DLNs and a notation of actual output and number of deleted documents including deleted DLN’s

    7. Batch or Form Subtotals

    8. Total for All Batches by each program or form type

    9. Total for All Batches Output

Workflow Status

  1. The title of the report is Workflow Status (IPS0698).

  2. This report lists the task/sub-task number, the sub-task description, blocks at the sub-task, total documents for the block, and documents ready for the sub-task. This report also shows percentages for system capacity used under the following three categories: General, IRP, and IRP/ACA/K1/941/940/Stand-Alone.

  3. This report is used to monitor documents and system capacity throughout each workday.

Inventory Report

  1. The title of the report is Inventory Report (IPS03350).

  2. The report reflects inventory for a given time frame reflecting the carry over form volume on the SCRIPS system.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Initial Inventory

    2. Process Date

    3. Returns Input

    4. Returns Deleted

    5. Returns Output

    6. Carry Over Inventory

    7. End Time

Production Report

  1. The title of the report is 941 Production Report (IPS10660).

  2. The report reflects the following scanned volumes and year to date output totals.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. Run Date and clock time

    3. Page number

    4. Scanned volumes by document code and form type for today, subtotals and totals

    5. Output volumes by document code and form type and deletes for year to date along with cumulative, subtotals and totals

    6. Status summary for all functions for today/current and year to date cumulative

Run Balancing Report

  1. The title of the report is either 941 Run Balancing Report (IPS10610) or 94x Stand Alone Schedule R Run Balancing Report (IPS25010).

  2. The report reflects the entire production for the site for a given date.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. Run Date

    3. Page number

    4. FTP File ID number

    5. The file name (i.e., OCR1008 for form 941 and OCR1008S for form 94x Stand Alone Schedule R)

Pull Document Report

  1. The title of the report is Reimage/Pull Document Report (IPS00812).

  2. The report lists submissions and documents required to pull (or counted as deleted) for a date range.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. Run Date

    3. Page # - Number

    4. Block

    5. Doc DLN/Seq# - Document DLN Sequence number

    6. App - Application FI, OE or DV

    7. SEID - Standard Employee Identification

      Note:

      An SEID of 000000 represents that the SCRIPS system created the action based on programming and or specific responses to questions posed to the workstation operator.

    8. Date/Time

    9. Reason

      Example:

      Exhibit 3.41.276-12, Pull Document Report

    The reason is one of the following pull document report codes:
    Report Reason Condition
    INVALID 941 Standalone Form 941 pg 1, or invalid record group, unprocessable
    UNREC F1332 F1332 identified
    >100 DOCS Each document identified after 100 records/DLN in a block have been identified
    INVALID FORM FI operator identified as an invalid form
    DELETE BLOCK Identified by operator to delete the block
    MIXED SUBMISSION 941 form year 2020 or later with prior form year pages 1, 2 or 3

    Example:

    Marked “Remove” in FI.

Throughput Statistics Report

  1. The title of the report is Throughput Statistics Report (IPS06440).

  2. The report reflects processing function productions for a given date range.

  3. The report rows reflect the following process functions: Scandriver, Transport/Sync, OE Crossover, Form Identification, Block Verification, OE Image, OE Paper, Program Validation, Data Validation, QR Summarization, Block Output, Image Archive, Backup Image Archive and Block Purge.

  4. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. From and to date range and clock time

    3. Run Date and clock time

    4. Page Number

    5. Processing Functions

    6. Total Blocks

    7. Total Documents

    8. Process Time

    9. Documents Per Hour

Workstation Operator Statistics Program and Function Summary Report

  1. The title of the report is Workstation Operator Statistics Program and Function Summary Report (IPS00803).

  2. The report displays the number of documents processed in each function for a given date range.

  3. The report rows reflect the following process functions: 460, 470, 480, 47X, and 48X.

  4. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. From and to date range

    3. Run Date and clock time

    4. Page Number

    5. Function Code

    6. Program Number

    7. Process Time

    8. Total Key Strokes

    9. Document Per Hour

    10. Summary by Program

FI/DLN Cross Reference Report

  1. The title of the report is 941 FI/DLN Cross Reference Pull Report (IPS10670).

  2. The report lists submissions and documents that require renumbering within each batch of work for a given Output File ID.

  3. The report shows the following:

    1. Service Center

    2. Run Date and Time

    3. Page # - Number

    4. Output File ID number

    5. Output Date

    6. Program Numbers

    7. Batch

    8. Scan Block number

    9. Doc DLN/Seq# - Document DLN Sequence number

    10. New Block number

    11. New Doc DLN/Seq# - Document DLN Sequence number

    12. Total Reassigned DLNs for each individual program

      Example:

      Exhibit 3.41.276-13, 941 DLN Cross Reference Report.

Post Document Preparation (Post-Doc Prep)

  1. Use the "DLN Output Report" from the tape run, pull the blocks for each listed batch, count each block to ensure each listed, and only the listed, DLN(s) on the "Output Report" are present.

  2. Re-print the updated Form 1332, Block and Selection Record, from BBTS. (It should include the actual DLN assigned by SCRIPS).

  3. Provide a copy of the "FI/DLN Cross Reference Report" and the "941 Pull Document Report" .

  4. Provide the correct cart card for listing programs by batches on the cart (ERS date card).

  5. If documents come in "stat boxes" , it is the responsibility of Post-Doc Prep clerks to place them in gusset folders before releasing the work to Error Resolution.

  6. The colored or white folder(s) in the first slot of the batch cart or the first stat box for each batch holds documents that were sent to the "Scanner Reject Bin" . Post-Doc Prep should:

    1. Remove the documents from the batch cart or first stat box.

    2. Review the batch (all blocks) to ensure all pages associated with the documents have been pulled.

    3. Write the program number associated with the documents on the first document or on a routing slip and route the documents to Code and Edit/Batching for processing.

      Note:

      If the documents require batching as "ISRP" , include that information on the routing slip.

  7. The Post-Doc Prep process MUST be completed with-in 24 hours of output.

  8. "FI/DLN Cross Reference Report" ,

    1. Some documents from SCRIPS do not have a sprayed DLN but instead have a six-digit FI number and either the first 11 digits of the Block DLN (first 10 FI documents) or the first eight digits of the Block DLN (all remaining FI documents in the block). Use the DLN cross-reference report to locate the electronically-assigned DLN and write it on Page 1 of the Form 941 (writing the DLN on 941 Page 2 or 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Form 8974 is optional if the pages are stapled together with the 941 Page 1). See Exhibit 3.41.276-13, 941 FL/DLN Cross Reference Report.

    2. Place the return (941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Form 8974) in ascending sequence number order within the block.

    3. Notate the Form 1332 for any document (sequence number) that is moved in the batch (e.g., FI999999).

      Example:

      If sequence 32 has been renumbered to sequence 99, in the box for sequence 32 notate "moved to 99."

    4. If a document is missing, research "Document Review" on the SCRIPS system to determine if the document is missing from the block or if it required deletion. If the document has not been deleted, review entire block/batch for the missing document. ONLY as a last resort, if unable to find the document, print a copy of the return from SCRIPS and place it in the block.

    5. Circle the Document count on Form 1332.

    6. For "Perfect" blocks, place the BBTS generated Form 1332 in the gusset folder with the correct Form 941 documents.

    7. For "Imperfect" blocks, remove the SCRIPS breaker sheet and replace with the BBTS generated Form 1332. Route the SCRIPS breaker sheets back to SCRIPS Pre-Doc Prep area.

    8. Ensure the attachments in colored folders belong with the documents in the gusset folder.

  9. Occasionally, as a result of a block of returns having a high unrecognized 941 Page 1 problem, a second block DLN is assigned. The new DLN is located on the "FI/DLN Cross Reference Report" . When this occurs:

    1. Pull the return (941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet, and Form 8974),

    2. If block is "Imperfect" , pull associated attachments and place inside a blue folder,

    3. Perfect the DLN on the return,

    4. Print Form 1332,

    5. Prepare a gusset folder write/stamp the DLN on it,

    6. Place the return (941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet, and Form 8974) and blue folder (attachments) inside the gusset folder,

    7. Place the gusset folder in the proper DLN sequence order in the batch.

  10. The "941 Pull Document Report" lists all documents that were either deleted by the Scanner, the Scanner Operator, or the Clerk. See Exhibit 3.41.276-12, 941 Pull Document Report.

    1. The Pull Document report needs printed after every output by the person locally designated to do so. Review each item on the report. Only pull returns when all pages have been deleted. NEVER PULL THE RETURN UNLESS ALL PAGES OF THE FORM 941 ARE LISTED ON THE PULL DOCUMENT REPORT. (i.e., 941 PAGE 1 (XX01) AND 941 PAGE 2 (XX02) (AND 941 PAGE 3 (XX09) form revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later). If only Schedule B Page 4 (XX03), and/or 941 Schedule R Page 5 (XX04), and/or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet Page 6 (XX05) are listed on the report, DO NOT pull the return. If the complete return is not being pulled, leave other deleted pages in the batch where located.

      Note:

      If unsure of action to take (for example: 941 Page 2 and 941 Page 3 listed but 941 Page 1 is not listed or 941 Page 1 and 941 Page 3 is listed but 941 Page 2 is not listed or 941 Page 2 is listed but 941 Page 1 is not listed), research "Document Review" on the SCRIPS system to determine if the document has been deleted.

    2. The report references each item needing pulled, listing the batch number, block number, DLN or FI reference number, and the reason for the deletion (Systemic, OE, DV, etc.).

      IF THEN
      The DLN is present locate the document (941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later), Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet, Form 8974 and attachments) within the block. Pages may not necessarily be in sequential order.
      1. Notate "Deleted" on the corresponding serial number line on the Form 1332.

      2. Line thru the DLN on all pages of the document. If two DLNs are present, place a band-aid over both DLNs on 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later), Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Form 8974.

      3. Keep pulled documents in program order and route to Batching/Code and Edit for perfection and processing.

      An FI number is present locate the document to pull within the block.
      1. If the pulled document is a 941 Page 1, search for 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later), Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet, Form 8974 and any attachments associated with 941 Page 1. Pull these even if not listed on the Pull Doc Report. Line through FI Number/DLN and associate with 941 Page 1. Maintain program integrity and route to Batching/Code and Edit for perfection and processing.

      2. If the pulled document is a 941 Page 2 and/or 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) and/or Schedule B, 941 Schedule R and/or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet try to associate with a valid 941 Page 1 in the block (even if 941 Page 1 is not listed on the Pull Doc Report). It is the centers option if the 941 Page 1 DLN is written on the 941 Page 2 and/or 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) and/or Schedule B, 941 Schedule R and/or 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet. If unable to locate a valid 941 Page 1, line through FI number and route to Batching/Code and Edit for perfection and processing.

      Neither a DLN or FI number is present research the document in "Document Review" on the SCRIPS system. to determine if the document has been deleted or needs the electronically-assigned DLN to be written in the top right corner.
      1. If the document has been deleted, pull it from the block, and route to Batching/Code and Edit for perfection and processing.

      2. If the document has not been deleted write the electronically-assigned DLN on the 941 Page 1 and place in sequence order. It is the centers option if the 941 Page 1 DLN is written on the 941 Page 2 and/or 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later) and/or Schedule B and/or 941 Schedule R/941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

      3. Keep pulled documents in program order and route to Batching/Code and Edit for perfection and processing.

      Note:

      Occasionally the reason a document is deleted is because the Form ID code, located in the upper right margin, is incorrect (for example: 941 Page 2 has a Form ID of 950106, 960106, etc. or Form ID of 950120 or 950220 is present on the two-page revisions of the form (Part 5, Signature area of the form on 941 Page 2). Form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later documents must have all three pages (Part 5, Signature area of the form on 941 Page 3) to be a valid submission (i.e., 950120, 950220 and 950920)). When the Form ID printed on the form is incorrect black out the Form ID code prior to sending for processing.

      Caution
      Do not use felt tip markers to black out information.
      Use a black ink pen or pencil.

  11. After you process the work using the FI DLN Cross-reference Report and 941 Pull Document Report, complete the following:

    1. For "Perfect" blocks, place the BBTS generated Form 1332 in the gusset folder with the correct Form 941.

    2. For "Imperfect" blocks, remove the SCRIPS breaker sheet and replace it with the BBTS generated Form 1332. Route the SCRIPS breaker sheets to the Pre-Doc Prep function.

    3. Circle the document/return count on Form 1332 (the next number after the last sequence number assigned). The only exception is if the last sequence number is 99.

    4. Ensure the attachments in colored folders for "Imperfect" belong with the documents/returns in the gusset folder.

    5. Write or stamp the DLN on the gusset folder.

    6. Make sure the documents/returns within the gusset folder are in sequential DLN order. Post-Doc Prep must ensure the DLN is legible on Page 1 of all the documents/returns. If necessary, correct or rewrite the DLN to make it readable.

      Note:

      If necessary, write the DLN in the right margin of the return.

    7. Perfecting/writing the DLN on 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later), Schedule B, 941 Schedule R, 941 Schedule R Continuation Sheet and/or Form 8974 is optional if the pages are stapled together or attached to the 941 Page 1.

    8. Ensure the blocks within the batch are in DLN order in the stat box or on the batch cart.

    9. Route the completed batches to the Error Resolution System (ERS) Control Unit.

Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Entity and Code and Edit Fields

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for the Entity part of the return and other miscellaneous Code and Edit fields.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
Name Control Name Control Enter the Name Control.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.2, Name Control/Check Digit for complete instructions.
Check Digits Check Digits Press the <Enter> key.

Note:

Check Digit will only display if the Name Control field is blank.

Rec Date Received Date Enter the Received Date as stamped or edited on the face of the return. Enter the six-digit Received Date in MMDDYY format. Ignore the Century "20" . If the Received Date is incomplete or illegible, enter 090999.
See IRM 3.41.276.12.5, Entering Code and Edit Fields, for further instructions.

Note:

If the Received Date is handwritten, it DOES NOT have to have the word "Received."

Comp Cond Computer Condition Codes (CCC) Enter the edited, stamped or underlined code(s) from the space to the right of the phrase "You MUST fill out all three pages of the form and SIGN IT" .
  • If CCC is invalid, delete the invalid code and continue processing valid codes.

  • Valid codes include B, C, D, F, J, M, O, P, R, T, W, X, 3, 4, 7 and blank.

ERS Action ERS Action Codes Enter the edited digits from the bottom left corner of Page 1 of the return.
  • Valid codes include 211 through 499.

 

Note:

AC 211 takes precedence over all other Action Codes.

 

Reminder:

ERS Action Code "480" generates for returns with future tax periods after the tax period has been entered. If you back up to the ERS Action Code or other prior fields after the tax period has been entered and ERS Action Code "480" is now present, do not clear the field. Leave the "480" and process as normal.

Sch Ind Schedule Indicator Code Enter the edited digit from the right margin next to the black title bar for Part 1.
  • Valid numbers include "2" or "3" .

Tax Period Tax Period The Tax Period is a MUST ENTER FIELD and requires two consecutive matching entries. Enter the Tax Period as:
  1. Edited above the "Report for this Quarter" box.

  2. Checked by the taxpayer in the "Report for this Quarter…" box. Use the last two digits of the preprinted Tax Year located in the upper left corner of the form (YY) with the checked box as follows:

    1. For Reporting Quarter January through March, enter as YY03.

    2. For Reporting Quarter April through June, enter as YY06.

    3. For Reporting Quarter July through September, enter as YY09.

    4. For Reporting Quarter October through December, enter as YY12.

  3. If multiple boxes in the "Report for this Quarter…" box are checked and the Tax Period is not edited above the "Report for this Quarter" box, enter the earliest quarter checked.

  4. If the Tax Period is missing or incomplete, process as current quarter.

 

Reminder:

The Tax Period cannot be 200412 or prior.

 

Note:

ERS Action Code "480" generates for returns with Future Tax Periods after the Tax Period has been entered. If you back up to the ERS Action Code or other prior fields after the Tax Period has been entered and ERS Action Code "480" is present, DO NOT clear the field. Leave the ERS Action Code as "480" and continue processing as normal.

EIN Employer Identification Number Enter the EIN from the "Employer Identification Number (EIN)" boxes. The EIN must be nine numerics or blank.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.6, Employer Identification Number (EIN), for complete instructions.
In Care of Name Line In Care of Name Line Enter %, space, and then the name immediately following the % or C/O indicator on the document. If the information is illegible, enter %-.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.3, In Care of Name, for complete instructions.
Address Street Address Enter the street address information as shown or edited from the address box in the entity area, if present.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.7, Address Elements, for complete instructions.
City City Enter the city from the city box in the entity area or the Major City Code (MCC) as appropriate.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.7, Address Elements for complete instructions.
State State Enter the standard state abbreviation from the state box in the entity area. If the Major City Code (MCC) was entered, this field is bypassed.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.7, Address Elements for complete instructions.
ZIP Code ZIP Code Enter the ZIP Code from the ZIP code box in the entity area. If the ZIP code is missing press <Enter> to generate the generic ZIP code.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.7, Address Elements for complete instructions.

Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 1 (All Revisions) and Page 2 (Form Revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and Later) Part 1

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for the lines entered for Part 1 of the return.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
Nbr Emps [Line 1] Number of Employees Enter the number of employees from box 1.
  1. If number is not numeric, input as numeric (two would be 2).

  2. If number is larger than seven numerics, leave blank.

  3. If number is in dollars and cents (123.00), leave blank.

  4. If the number is followed by a comma, in the wrong position, leave blank (1, 2, 3 would be left blank but 1,000 would be input as 1000).

  5. If number is illegible refer to IRM 3.41.276.12.9, Poor Quality Image for instructions.

Wages/Tips [Line 2] Total Wages Enter the amount from box 2.
Total Tax [Line 3] Total Income Tax Enter the amount from box 3.
Exempt [Line 4] Exempt from Social Security/Medicare Enter an "X" if the box is checked; otherwise, press <Enter>.
Taxable SS Wages [Line 5a] Taxable Social Security Wages Enter the amount from box 5a, column 1.
Qual. Sick Leave Wages [Line 5a(i)]

Note:

Line 5a(i) is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later with tax quarters of 202006 and later.

Qualified Sick Leave Wages Enter the amount from box 5a(i), column 1.
Qual. Family Leave Wages [Line 5a(ii)]

Note:

Line 5a(ii) is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later with quarters of 202006 and later.

Qualified Family Leave Wages Enter the amount from box 5a(ii), column 1.
Taxable SS Tips [Line 5b] Taxable Social Security Tips Enter the amount from box 5b, column 1.
Taxable Med Wages [Line 5c] Taxable Medicare Wages and Tips Enter the amount from box 5c, column 1.
Total SS/Med [Line 5d]

Note:

This Line 5d is only valid on form revisions 2005 through 2012 with tax quarters of 200503 through 201212.

Total Taxable Social Security and Medicare Taxes Enter the amount from box 5d.
Tax. Wages & Tips/Add. Med. Tax Withhold. [Line 5d]

Note:

This Line 5d is valid on form revisions 2013 and later only.

Wages and Tips subject to additional Medicare Tax Withholding Enter amount from box 5d, column 1.
Sec 3121(q) [Line 5e]

Note:

This Line 5e is only valid on form revisions 2011 and 2012 with tax quarters of 201103 through 201212.

Sec 3121(q) Notice and Demand Enter amount from box 5e.
Total SS/Med [Line 5e]

Note:

This Line 5e is only valid on form revisions 2013 and later.

Total Taxable Social Security and Medicare Taxes Enter the amount form box 5e.
Sec. 3121(q) [Line 5f]

Note:

This Line 5f is only valid on form revisions 2013 and later.

Sec 3121(q) Notice and Demand Enter amount from box 5f.
Nbr Qual Emps First Paid [Line 6a]

Note:

Line 6a is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. October 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006 through 201012.

Number of qualified employees first paid exempt wages/tips this quarter Enter the number of qualified employees from box 6a.
  1. If the number is not numeric, input as numeric (two would be 2).

  2. If the number is larger than seven numerics, enter all 9s.

  3. If the number is dollar and cents (123.00), enter the figure to the left of the period.

  4. If the number is followed by a comma, in the wrong position, leave blank (1, 2, 3 would be left blank but 1,000 would be input as 1000).

Nbr Qual Emps Paid Exempt [Line 6b]

Note:

Line 6b is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. October 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006 through 201012.

Number of qualified employees paid exempt wages/tips this quarter Enter the number of qualified employees from box 6b.
  1. If the number is not numeric, input as numeric (two would be 2).

  2. If the number is larger than seven numerics, enter all 9s.

  3. If the number is dollar and cents (123.00) enter the figure to the left of the period.

  4. If the number is followed by a comma, in the wrong position, leave blank (1, 2, 3 would be left blank but 1,000 would be input as 1000).

Exempt Wages/Qual Emps [Line 6c]

Note:

Line 6c is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. October 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006 through 201012.

Exempt wages/tips paid to qualified employees this quarter Enter the amount from box 6c.
Total Percent [Line 6d]

Note:

Line 6d is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. October 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006 through 201012.

Line 6c X.062 Enter the amount from box 6d.
Total- [Line 6e/Line 6]
  • Total- 3+5e+5f [Line 6] is valid on form revisions 2013 and later

  • Total- 3+5d+5e [Line 6] is valid on form revisions 2012

  • Total- 3+5d+5e [Line 6e] is valid on form revision 2011 with a tax quarter of 201103 through 201112

  • Total- 3+5d-6d [Line 6e] is valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006 through 201012.

 

Note:

Use Line 6e for form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) through 2011 only.

Total taxes before adjustments Enter the amount from box 6 (form revisions 2005-2009 and 2012 and later).
Enter the amount from box 6e (form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) - 2011 only).
Frac/Cents [Line 7a/Line 7] (+ or -)
  • Frac/Cents [Line 7] is valid on form revisions 2011 and later

  • Frac/Cents [Line 7a] (+ or -) is valid on form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)

Adjustment to Fractions Enter the amount from box 7 (form revision 2011 and later).
Enter the amount from box 7a (form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)).
Sick Pay [Line 7b/Line 8] (+ or -)
  • Sick Pay [Line 8] is valid on form revisions 2011 and later

  • Sick Pay [Line 7b] (+ or -) is valid on form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)

Adjustment to Sick Pay Enter the amount from box 8 (is valid for form revisions 2011 and later).
Enter the amount from box 7b (for form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)).
Cur Qtr [Line 7c/Line 9] (+ or -)
  • Cur Qtr [Line 9] is valid on form revisions 2011 and later

  • Cur Qtr [Line 7c] (+ or -) is valid on form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)

Adjustment to Current Quarter’s Tips and Life Insurance Enter the amount from box 9 (form revisions 2011 and later).
Enter the amount from box 7c (for form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)).
Cur Year [Line 7d] (+ or -)

Note:

Enter the amount from box 7d for form revisions 2005-2008 only

Adjustment to Current Year’s Income Tax Withholding Enter the amount from box 7d.
Prior Qtr [Line 7e] (+ or -)

Note:

Enter the amount from box 7e for form revisions 2005-2008 only

Adjustment to Prior Quarter’s Social Security and Medicare Taxes Enter the amount from box 7e.
Spec Add Inc [Line 7f]

Note:

Enter the amount from box 7f for form revisions 2005-2008 only

Special Additions to Withholding Enter the amount from box 7f.
Spec Add SS/Med [Line 7g]

Note:

Enter the amount from box 7g for form revisions 2005-2008 only

Special Additional to Social Security and Medicare Enter the amount from box 7g.
Total Adj [Line 7h/Line 7d] (+ or -)
  • Total Adj [Line 7d] is valid on form revisions 2009 through 2010 (Rev Feb 2010) with a tax quarter of 200903 through 201003

  • Total Adj [Line 7h] for is valid on form revisions 2005-2008 with a tax quarter of 200503-200812

Total Adjustments Enter the amount from box 7d (form revisions 2009 through 2010 (Rev Feb 2010) only).
Enter the amount from box 7h (form revisions 2005-2008 only).
Total Taxes after Adjustments [Line 8/Line 10] (+ or -)
  • Total Taxes after Adjustments [Line 10] is valid on form revisions 2011 and later

  • Total Taxes after Adjustments [Line 8] is valid on form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)

Total Taxes after Adjustments Enter the amount from box 10 (form revisions 2011 and later).
Enter the amount from box 8 (form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010)).
Advanced EITC [Line 9]

Note:

Enter the amount from this box 9 for form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) only.

Advanced EIC Enter the amount from box 9.
Total Taxes After Adjustments [Line 10]

Note:

Enter the amount from this box 10 for form revisions 2005 through 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) only.

Total Taxes after adjustment for EIC Enter the amount from box 10.
Total Deposits [Line 11]

Note:

Enter the amount from this box 11 for form revisions 2005 through 2016 only.

Total Deposits Enter the amount from box 11.
Research Tax Credit [Line 11/Line 11a] (+ only)
  • Research Tax Credit [Line 11a] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later with a tax quarter of 201703 and later

  • Research Tax Credit [Line 11] is valid on form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) with a tax quarter of 201703 and later

 

Note:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later only.

Small Business Payroll Research Tax Credit Enter the amount from box 11a (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later).
Enter the amount from box 11 (form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020).
Nonref. Credit Sick & Family Lv. Wages (Before Apr 1) [Line 11b]
  • Nonref. Sick & Family Lv. Before Apr 1 [Line 11b] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

  • Nonref. Credit Sick & Family Lv. Wages [Line 11b] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 11b.
Nonref. Emp. Retention Credit [Line 11c]

Note:

Line 11c is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202112.

Nonrefundable portion of employee retention credit Enter the amount from box 11c.
Nonref. Sick & Family Lv. After Mar 31(to October 1) [Line 11d]
  • Nonref. Sick & Family Lv. 3-31 to 10-1 [Line 11d] is valid on form revisions 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) and later with a tax quarter of 202106 and later

  • Nonref. Sick & Family Lv. After Mar 31 [Line 11d] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with a tax quarter of 202106 and later

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021 (and before October 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 11d.
Nonref. COBRA Premium Assistance [Line 11e]

Note:

Line 11e is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) through 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) with tax quarters of 202106 through 202203.

Nonrefundable portion of COBRA premium assistance credit Enter the amount from box 11e.
Num. Indiv. Provided COBRA Assistance [Line 11f]

Note:

Line 11f is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) through 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) with tax quarters of 202106 through 202203.

Number of Individuals provided COBRA premium assistance Enter the number of individuals from box 11f.
  1. If the number is not numeric, input as numeric (two would be 2).

  2. If the number is larger than seven numerics, enter all 9s.

  3. If the number is dollar and cents (123.00) enter the figure to the left of the period.

  4. If the number is followed by a comma, in the wrong position, leave blank (1, 2, 3 would be left blank but 1,000 would be input as 1000).

Total Taxes after Adj. & (Nonref.) Credits [Line 12]
  • Total Taxes after Adj. & Nonref. Credits [Line 12] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later with a tax quarter of 201703 and later

  • Total Taxes after Adj. & Credits [Line 12] is valid on form revisions 2017 with a tax quarter of 201703 and later

 

Note:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later only.

Total Taxes after Adjustments and (Nonrefundable) Credits Enter the amount from box 12.
COBRA [Line 12a]

Note:

Line 12a is only valid on form revisions 2009 through 2013 with a tax quarter of 200903 through 201312.

COBRA Premium Assistance Payments Enter the amount from box 12a.
# COBRA Recipients [Line 12b].

Note:

Line 12b is only valid on form revisions 2009 through 2013 with a tax quarter of 200903 through 201312.

Number of COBRA Recipients Enter the number of recipients from box 12b.
  1. If the number is not numeric, input as numeric (e.g., two would be 2).

  2. If the number is larger than seven numerics, enter all 9s.

  3. If the number is dollar and cents (e.g., 123.00), enter the figure to the left of the period.

  4. If the number is followed by a comma, in the wrong position, leave blank (e.g., 1,2,3 would be left blank but 1,000 would be input as 1000).

Nbr Qual Emps [Line 12c]

Note:

Line 12c is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006. If the form meets this criteria and Line 12c does not display, press <F4> and enter 1110.

Number of qualified employees paid exempt wages/tips March 19-31 Enter the number of qualified employees from box 12c.
  1. If the number is not numeric, input as numeric (e.g., two would be 2).

  2. If the number is larger than seven numerics, enter all 9s.

  3. If the number is dollar and cents (e.g., 123.00), enter the figure to the left of the period.

  4. If the number is followed by a comma, in the wrong position, leave blank (e.g., 1,2,3 would be left blank but 1,000 would be input as 1000).

Exempt Wages/Qual Emp [Line 12d]

Note:

Line 12d is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006. If the form meets this criteria and Line 12d does not display, press <F4> and enter 1110.

Exempt wages/tips paid to qualified employees March 19-31 Enter the amount from box 12d.
Total Line 12d x 0.062 [Line 12e]

Note:

Line 12e is only valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006. If the form meets this criteria and Line 12e does not display, press <F4> and enter 1110.

Line 12d X.062 Enter the amount from box 12e.
Total - [Line 13]
  • Total 11 + 12a [Line 13] is valid on form revisions 2009 through 2010 (Rev. Feb 2010) and 2011 through 2013 with a tax quarter of 200503 through 201003, or 201009 through 201312.

  • Total Line 11 + 12a + 12e [Line 13] is valid on form revisions 2010 (Rev. April 2010) and 2010 (Rev. Oct 2010) with a tax quarter of 201006 only.

 

Note:

Line 13 is only valid on form revisions 2009 through 2013 with a tax quarter of 200903 through 201312. If the form meets this criteria and Line 13 does not display, press <F4> and enter 0109, 0110, 1110, 0111, 0112 or 0113, based on the form year revision or the other line numbers present.

Total Payments Enter the amount from box 13.
Total Deposits [Line 13/ Line 13a]
  • Total Deposits [Line 13a] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later forms with a tax quarter of 201703 and later

  • Total Deposits [Line 13] is valid on form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) with a tax quarter of 201703 and later

Total Deposits Enter the amount from box 13a (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and later forms).
Enter the amount from box 13 (form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) only).
Deferred Amt. Employer SS Tax [Line 13b]

Note:

Line 13b is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) and 2020 (Rev. July 2020) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202012 only.

Deferred amount of employer’s share of social security tax Enter the amount from box 13b.
Ref. Credit Sick & Family Lv. Wages (Before Apr 1) [Line 13c]
  • Ref. Sick & Family Lv. Before Apr 1 [Line 13c] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

  • Ref. Credit Sick & Family Lv. Wages [Line 13c] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 13c.
Ref. Emp. Retention Credit [Line 13d]

Note:

Line 13d is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202112.

Refundable portion of employee retention credit Enter the amount from box 13d.
Ref. Sick & Family Lv. After Mar 31 (to October 1) [Line 13e]
  • Ref. Sick & Family Lv. 3-31 to 10-1 [Line 13e] is valid on form revisions 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) and later with a tax quarter of 202106 and later

  • Ref. Sick & Family Lv. After Mar 31 [Line 13e] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with a tax quarter of 202106 and later

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021 (and before October 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 13e.
Ref. COBRA Premium Assistance [Line 13f]

Note:

Line 13f is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) through 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) with tax quarters of 202106 through 202203.

Refundable portion of COBRA premium assistance credit Enter the amount from box 13f.
Total Advances Received from F7200 [Line 13f/Line 13h]
  • Total Advances Received from F7200 [Line 13h] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with a tax quarter of 202006 through 202112.

  • Total Advances Received from F7200 [Line 13f] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with a tax quarter of 202006 through 202112.

Total advance received from Filing Form(s) 7200 for the quarter Enter the amount from box 13h (form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021))
Enter the amount from box 13f (form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021))
Balance Due [Line 14/Line 12]
  • Balance Due [Line 14] is valid on form revisions 2017 and later

  • Balance Due [Line 12] is valid on form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005-2008

Balance Due Enter the amount from box 14 (form revisions 2017 and later)
Enter the amount from box 12 (form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005-2008)
Overpayment [Line 15/Line 13]
  • Overpayment [Line 15] is valid on form revisions 2017 and later

  • Overpayment [Line 13] is valid on form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005-2008

Overpayment Enter the amount from box 15 (form revisions 2017 and later)
Enter the amount from box 13 (form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005-2008)
Refund [Line 15/Line 13]
  • Refund [Line 15] is valid on form revisions 2017 and later

  • Refund [Line 13] is valid on form revisions 2014 through 2016 and 2005-2008

Refund Indicator (Send a refund check box)
  • Enter an "X" if ONLY the "Send a Refund" box is checked.

  • If both boxes are checked, no box is checked, or "Apply to Next Return" box is checked, leave blank and press <Enter>.

Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Page 2 (All Revisions) and Page 3 (2020 (Rev. April 2020) and Later Revisions) Part 2 through Part 5

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for the lines entered for Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5 of the return.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
State

Note:

Deposit State is only valid for Tax Quarters 200503 through 201112

Deposit State Enter the State Code from box 16 (form revisions 2009-2011) or box 14 (form revisions 2005-2008).

Note:

MU is a valid State Code for those businesses operating in multiple states.

1st Month Liability Month 1 Enter the amount from box 16, Month 1 (form revisions 2012 through 2013 and 2017 and later), box 17, Month 1 (form revisions 2009 through 2011), box 15, Month 1 (form revisions 2005-2008) or box 14, Month 1 (form revisions 2014 through 2016).
2nd Month Liability Month 2 Enter the amount from box 16, Month 2 (form revisions 2012 through 2013 and 2017 and later), box 17, Month 2 (form revisions 2009 through 2011), box 15, Month 2 (form revisions 2005-2008) or box 14, Month 2 (form revisions 2014 through 2016).
3rd Month Liability Month 3 Enter the amount from box 16, Month 3 (form revisions 2012 through 2013 and 2017 and later), box 17, Month 3 (form revisions 2009 through 2011), box 15, Month 3 (form revisions 2005-2008) or box 14, Month 3 (form revisions 2014 through 2016).
Final Final Return Enter an "X" if Part 3 box 17 (form revisions 2012 through 2013 and 2017 and later), box 18 (form revisions 2009 through 2011), box 16 (form revisions 2005-2008) or box 15 (form revisions 2014 through 2016) is marked.
Seasonal Seasonal Employer Enter an "X" if Part 3 box 18 (form revisions 2012 through 2013, 2017 through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) and later), box 18a (form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021), box 19 (form revisions 2009 through 2011), box 17 (form revisions 2005-2008) or box 16 (form revisions 2014 through 2016) is marked.
Eligible Emp. Ret. Cr. Recovery Startup [Line 18b]

Note:

Line 18b is only valid on form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with tax quarters of 202106 through 202112.

If you're eligible for the employee retention credit solely because your business is a recovery startup business Enter an "X" if Part 3 box 18b is marked.
Qual. Health Plan Exps. Sick Lv. Wages (Before Apr 1) [Line 19]
  • Qual. Health Plan Exps. Sick Lv. Before Apr 1 [Line 19] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

  • Qual. Health Plan Exps. Sick Lv. Wages [Line 19] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with tax a quarter of 202006 and later

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 19.
Qual. Health Plan Exps. Fam. Lv. Wages (Before Apr 1) [Line 20]
  • Qual. Health Plan Exps. Family Lv. Before Apr 1 [Line 20] is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

  • Qual. Health Plan Exps. Family Lv. Wages [Line 20] is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with a tax quarter of 202006 and later

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 20.
Qual. Wages for Emp. Retention Credit [Line 21]

Note:

Line 21 is valid on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202112.

Qualified wages for the employee retention credit Enter the amount from box 21.
Qual. Health Plan Exps. on Wages (For Emp. Ret.) [Line 22]
  • Qual. Health Plan Exps. For Emp. Ret. [Line 22] is valid on form revision 2021 (Rev June 2021) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202112

  • Qual. Health Plan Exps. on Wages [Line 22] is valid for form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202112

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 21 Enter the amount from box 22.
Credit from F5884-C [Line 23]

Note:

Enter the amount from this Line 23 on form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. Mar 2021) with tax quarters of 202006 through 202103 only.

Credit from Form 5884-C, Line 11, for this quarter Enter the amount from box 23.
Qual. Sick Lv. Wages After Mar 31(to October 1) [Line 23]
  • Qual. Sick Lv. Wages 3-31 to 10-1 [Line 23] is valid on form revisions 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) and later forms with a tax quarter of 202106 and later

  • Qual. Sick Lv. Wages After Mar 31 [Line 23] is valid on form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with a tax quarter of 202106 and later

Qualified sick leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021 (and before October 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 23.
Qual. Wages Paid Mar. Emp. Ret. Credit [Line 24]

Note:

Enter the amount from this Line 24 for form revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) with a tax quarter of 202006 only.

Qualified wages paid March 13 through 31, 2020, for the employee retention credit Enter the amount from box 24.
Def. Amt. Employee SS Tax Included [Line 24]

Note:

Enter the amount from this Line 24 for form revision 2020 (Rev. July 2020) with tax quarters of 202009 through 202012 only.

Deferred amount of employer’s share of social security tax Enter the amount from box 24.
Qual. Health Plan Exp. Alloc. To Sick Lv [Line 24]

Note:

Enter the amount from this Line 24 for form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with tax quarters of 202106 and later.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on Line 23 Enter the amount from box 24.
Qual. Health Plan Exps. Wages Reported [Line 25]

Note:

Enter the amount from this Line 25 on form revision 2020 (Rev. April 2020) with tax quarters of 202006 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 24 Enter the amount from box 25.
Amts. Und. Col. Barg. Alloc. To Sick Lv. [Line 25]

Note:

Enter the amount from this Line 25 on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with tax quarters of 202106 and later.

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on Line 23 Enter the amount from box 25.
Qual. Fam. Lv. Wages After Mar 31 (to October 1) [Line 26]
  • Qual. Fam. Lv. Wages 3-31 to 10-1 [Line 26] is valid on form revisions 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) and later with tax quarters of 202106 and later

  • Qual. Fam. Lv. Wages After Mar 31 [Line 26] is valid on form revision 2021 (Rev. June 2021) with tax quarters of 202106 and later

Qualified family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021 (and before October 1, 2021) Enter the amount from box 26.
Qual. Health Plan Exp. Alloc. To Fam. Lv [Line 27]

Note:

Line 27 is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with tax quarters of 202106 and later.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on Line 26 Enter the amount from box 27.
Amts. Und. Col. Barg. Alloc. To Fam. Lv. [Line 28]

Note:

Line 28 is valid on form revisions 2021 (Rev. June 2021) and later with tax quarters of 202106 and later.

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on Line 26 Enter the amount from box 28.
3rd Party Yes Do you want to allow an employee, a paid tax preparer, or another person to discuss this return with the IRS? (Third- Party Designee Check box) Enter an "X" if only the "Yes" box is checked in Part 4. If the "No" box, neither box or both boxes are checked, leave blank and press <Enter>.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.15, Other Validations, for complete instructions.
3rd Party PIN Third-Party Designee’s ID Number Enter the Third-Party Designee’s PIN number as shown.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.15, Other Validations, for complete instructions.
PTIN Preparer’s PTIN Enter the Preparer's PTIN. This entry is the "Preparer’s PTIN" , consisting of the letter "P" , followed by eight numerics. If the PTIN is missing, more or less than nine characters or illegible, press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

Note:

If information appears other than in the designated box (i.e., stamped information) enter the information.

Prep EIN Preparer’s EIN Enter the Preparer’s EIN. If the Preparer’s EIN is missing, more or less than nine numerics or illegible, press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

Note:

If information appears other than in the designated box (i.e., stamped information) enter the information.

Prep Phone Preparer’s Telephone Number Enter the Preparer’s Telephone Number.
  1. If the number has 11 digits and the first digit is 1, skip the first digit and input the remaining 10 digits.

  2. For all other 11-digit numbers, numbers with less than 10 digits, or illegible numbers; press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

 

Note:

If information appears other than in the designated box (i.e., stamped information) enter the information.

Signature Signature Presence When the message "Is a signature present" displays on the screen. Enter "Y" for Yes, or "N" for No.
Refer to IRM 3.41.276.15, Other Validations for complete instructions.

Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule B

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for Schedule B.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
Month 1 [Line 1 thru Line 31] Tax Liability, Month 1
  • Enter the (ROFTL) amounts from the Schedule B Report of Tax Liability for Semiweekly Schedule Depositors, boxes 1 thru 31, Month 1.

  • If incomplete, press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

 

Note:

If boxes 1 through 31 appear blank but the "Tax Liability for Month" has an amount, enter the amount on the last calendar day for that month.

Month 2 [Line 1 thru Line 31] Tax Liability, Month 2
  • Enter the (ROFTL) amounts from the Schedule B Report of Tax Liability for Semiweekly Schedule Depositors, boxes 1 thru 31, Month 2.

  • If incomplete press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

 

Note:

If boxes 1 through 31 appear blank but the "Tax Liability for Month" has an amount, enter the amount on the last calendar day for that month.

Month 3 [Line 1 thru Line 31] Tax Liability, Month 3
  • Enter the (ROFTL) amounts from the Schedule B Report of Tax Liability for Semiweekly Schedule Depositors, boxes 1 thru 31, Month 3.

  • If incomplete press <F3> to clear the field and <Enter>.

 

Note:

If boxes 1 through 31 appear blank but the "Tax Liability for Month" has an amount, enter the amount on the last calendar day for that month.

Reminder:

If Schedule B is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image" ). If after suspending for "Poor Quality Image" you still cannot determine the correct field entry from the physical document, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

Transcription Sheets - Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet (All Revisions)

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

Note:

941 Schedule R is only valid for Tax Period 201003 and later.

Reminder:

941 Schedule R(s) received on a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list, or a similar format), delete the entire return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
Enter Page Number and Form Year (PPYY) Valid 941 Schedule R form year Enter the last four digits from FormID code in top right corner of form. Valid entries include "0410, 0510, 0411,0511, 0412, 0512, 0413, 0513, 0417, 0517, 0420, 0520, 0421, 0521, 0422, 0522, 1422 or 1522."

Note:

Only the 941 Schedule R allows changes between pages. (Ex: 941 Sch R Page 1; 1422 can be changed to a 941 Sch R Continuation Sheet; 1522.)

EIN Employer EIN from top of page Enter the Employer EIN from the top of the page.

Note:

EIN cannot be blank.

  1. If 941 Schedule R EIN is different from the EIN on 941 Page 1, the screen displays the EIN from 941 Page 1 and "Employer EIN inconsistent. Please Verify." displays on the bottom of the screen.

  2. Correct any invalid characters, press <Enter>.

  3. If the EIN on the 941 Schedule R is entered correctly and is different than the EIN on 941 Page 1, press <Enter>.

  4. If the EIN on the 941 Schedule R is blank, press <Ctrl>-D key combination. This duplicates the EIN from 941 Page 1.

  5. If the number is incomplete or illegible, input the available numbers and insert a period for the remaining spaces (91.111.11 or 911111...).

  6. If the EIN is blank and the EIN from 941 Page 1 is also blank, enter nine periods (.).

  7. If the EIN has more than nine digits, enter the first nine digits.

Section 3504 Agent

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Type of Filer-Section 3504 Agent Enter an "X" if the Section 3504 Agent box is marked.
CPEO

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Type of Filer-Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) Enter an "X" if the CPEO box is marked.
Other Third Party

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and later with tax quarters of 202006 and later only.

Type of Filer-Other Third Party Enter an" X" if the Other Third Party box is marked.
LN nn Col a - EIN

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col a, LN 2 Col a, etc.)

Clients EIN Enter the Clients EIN from column (a):
  • box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 (Rev. June 2020) and later

  • box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

 
  1. EIN must be nine positions. Valid characters include 0–9 and period (.)

  2. If number is more than nine numerics, enter only the first nine digits.

  3. If any number is illegible, enter a period (.) in place of the number.

    Example:

    91.1..111

  4. If the number is incomplete, input the available numbers and put a period in the remaining spaces.

  5. If the number is missing, put in nine periods.

  6. Cannot be blank if money amounts are present on same line.

LN nn Col b Typ wag

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col b, LN 2 Col b, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Type of Wages, tips and other compensation (CPEO Use Only) Enter the Type of Wages from column (b):
  • box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

 
  1. If Type of wage is invalid, delete the invalid code. Valid codes include A, B, C, D and blank.

  2. If more than one code is present, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

LN nn Col c- Num Emp

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col c, LN 2 Col c, etc.)

Number of Employees from Form 941, Line 1 Enter the number of employees from column (c) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
  • LN nn Col d Wages (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • LN nn Col c Wages (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col b Wages (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col d, LN 2 Col d, etc.)

Wages, tips and other compensation allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 2 Enter the amount from:
  • column (d) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • LN nn Col e Tx Wthld (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • LN 1 Col d Tx Wthld (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN 1 Col c Tx Wthld (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col e, LN 2 Col e, etc.)

Total Income Tax Withheld from wages, tips, and other compensation allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 3 Enter the amount from:
  • column (e) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (d) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (c) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

LN nn Col f- Sick Lv

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified sick leave wages from Form 941, Line 5a(i). Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col f- Tot Ln 5ai and 5aii Col 1

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 5a(i) and 5a(ii), column 1 from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later.
LN nn Col g- 5a/5b Col 2

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 5a and 5b, column 2 from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later.
LN nn Col g- Fam Lv

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified family leave wages from Form 941, Line 5a(ii), column 1 Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col h- Taxable Med. wg/tips

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col h, LN 2 Col h, etc.)

Taxable Medicare wages & tips from Form 941, Line 5c, column 2 Enter the amount from column (h) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later.
  • LN nn Col i- SS / Med (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col h- SS / Med (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col e - SS Med (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col d - SS Med (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col i, LN 2 Col i, etc.)

Total Social Security and Medicare Taxes allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 5e Enter the amount from:
  • column (i) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (h) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (e) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (d) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • LN nn Col j- 3121q (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col i- 3121q (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col f - 3121q (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col e - 3121q (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col j, LN 2 Col j, etc.)

Section 3121(q) Notice and Demand-Tax due on unreported tips allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 5f Enter the amount from:
  • column (j) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (i) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (f) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (e) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

LN nn Col f - Adv EIC

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2010 only.

Advance earned income credit payments allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 9 Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 thru 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2010.
LN nn Col g - Tot Dep

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2010 through 2014 only.

Total Deposits and COBRA Payments from Form 941, Line 13, plus any payments made with the return allocated to the listed client EIN Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet, for form revisions 2010 through 2014.
  • LN nn Col k Qual Tx (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col j Qual Tx (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col g Qual Tx (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col k, LN 2 Col k, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Qualified small business payroll tax credit for increasing research activities allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 11a (Line 11 form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev Jan 2020) Enter the amount from:
  • column (k) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (j) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (g) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • LN nn Col l- NR Cr S/F (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col k- NR Cr S/F (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 11b Enter the amount from:
  • column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • column (k) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col l- Tot Ln 11b and 13c

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11b and 13c, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col l- NR Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Nonrefundable portion of employee retention credit from Form 941, Line 11c Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col m- NR CR S/F after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 11d Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col m- Tot Ln 11c and 13d

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11c and 13d, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LN nn Col n- Tot Ln 11d and 13e

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col n, LN 2 Col n, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11d and 13e, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col o- Tot Ln 11e and 13f

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11e and 13f, from Form 941. Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col p- Num COBRA

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col p, LN 2 Col p, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Number of individuals provided COBRA premium assistance from Form 941, Line 11f Enter the number of individuals from column (p) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
  • LN nn Col n- Tax Adj (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col q- Tax Adj (form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022)

  • LN nn Col m- Tax Adj (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col h - Tax Adj (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col f - Tax Adj (form revisions 2012 through 2014)

  • LN nn Col e - Tax Adj (form revisions 2010 (Rev. Feb 2010) through 2011)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col n, LN 2 Col n, etc.)

Total Tax after Adjustment is allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 12 (Line 10 form revisions 2012 through 2016 and Line 8 form revisions 2010 (Rev. Feb 2010) through 2011) Enter the amount from:
  • column (n) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022

  • column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (h) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (f) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2012 through 2014

  • column (e) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 and 2011

  • LN nn Col o- Tot Dep (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col r - Tot Dep (form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022))

  • LN nn Col n - Tot Dep (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col i - Tot Dep (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col g - Tot Dep (form revision 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

Total Deposits from Form 941, Line 13a, plus any payments made with the return allocated to the listed client EIN (Line 13 form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) and Line 11 form revisions 2014 through 2016) Enter the amount from:
  • column (o) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022)

  • column (n) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (i) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (g) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet form revision 2014

LN nn Col o- Def Amt

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Deferred amount of the employees share of social security tax from Form 941, Line 13b Enter the amount from column (o) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col p- Ref Cr S/F

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col p, LN 2 Col p, etc.)

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 13c Enter the amount from column (p) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col q- Ref Cr S/F after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col q, LN 2 Col q, etc.)

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 13e Enter the amount from column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col q- Ref Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col q, LN 2 Col q, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Refundable portion of employee retention credit from Form 941, Line 13d Enter the amount from column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
  • LN nn Col s- Adv 7200 (form revision 2021)

  • LN nn Col r- Adv 7200 (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col s, LN 2 Col s, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and 2021 only.

Total advances received from filing Form(s) 7200 from Form 941, Line 13g (Line 13f form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. June 2021)) Enter the amount from:
  • column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021

  • column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • LN nn Col r- HP Exp SL (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col s- HP Exp SL (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col r, LN 2 Col r, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 19 Enter the amount from:
  • Enter the amount from column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col t- Recovery Startup Business Ckbx

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col t, LN 2 Col t, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Eligible Employee Retention Credit Recovery Startup Check Box Form 941, Line 18b Enter a "Y" if the word "Yes" or "Y" is present in column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021.

Note:

If the word "No" or "N" is present, clear the field and press <Enter>.

  • LN nn Col s- HP Exp FL (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col t- HP Exp FL (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col s, LN 2 Col s, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 20 Enter the amount from:
  • Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • Enter the amount from column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col t- Qual SL Wages after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col t, LN 2 Col t, etc.)

Qualified sick leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 23 Enter the amount from column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col u- Qual Health Plan Exp SL Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on Line 23 from Form 941, Line 24 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col u- Tot Ln 19 and 20

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 19 and 20, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col u- Wages Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified wages for the employee retention credit from Form 941, Line 21 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col v- Amts Under Bargain Agreements SL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on Line 23 from Form 941, Line 25 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col v- Tot Ln 21 and 22

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 21 and 22, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LN nn Col v- HP Exp Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 21 from Form 941, Line 22 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col w- Qual FL Wages after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

Qualified family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 26 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col w- Tot Ln 23 and 25

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 23 and 25, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col w- 5a/5b Col 2

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 5a and 5b, column 2 from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col x- Qual Health Plan Exp FL Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on Line 26 from Form 941, Line 27 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col x- Tot Ln 24 and 27

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 24 and 27, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col x- Wages Pd Mar

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified wages paid March 13 through March 31, 2020, for the employees retention credit from Form 941, Line 24 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col y- Amts Under Bargain Agreements FL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on Line 26 from Form 941, Line 28 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col y- Tot Ln 26 and 28

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 26 and 28, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col y- HP Exp Rep

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 24 from Form 941, Line 25 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
  • Line 6/Line 9, Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 11/Line 24, Column c through Column i (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 16/Line 26, Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Subtotal for Clients Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 6 of Sch R and/or box 9 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 11 of Sch R and/or box 24 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 16 of Sch R and/or box 26 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 7 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 12 Column c through Column i (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 17 Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Combined subtotals of all Continuation Sheets Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 7 of Sch R for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 12 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 17 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 8 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 13 Column c through Column i form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 18 Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Form 941 amounts for your employees Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 8 of Sch R for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 13 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 18 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 9 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 14 Column c through Column i (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 19 Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Total of Lines 6, 7 and 8
Total of Lines 11, 12 and 13 (form revisions 2017 and 2018)
Total of Lines 16, 17 and 18 (form revisions 2010 through 2014)
Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 9 of Sch R for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 14 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 19 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

Reminder:

If any item on the 941 Schedule R is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image." ). If after suspending for "Poor Quality Image" you still cannot determine the correct field entry from the physical document, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

Transcription Sheets - Form 943 (attached) with Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet attached to Form 943 and Stand-Alone Form 943 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

Note:

943 Schedule R is only valid for Tax Year 2017 and later.

Reminder:

943 Schedule R(s) received on a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list, or a similar format), delete the entire return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
Enter Page Number and Form Year (PPYY) Valid 943 Schedule R form year Enter the last four digits from FormID code in top right corner of form. Valid entries include "0417, 0517, 0420, 0520, 0421, 0521, 0422, 0522, 0423 or 0523."

Note:

Only the 943 Schedule R allows changes between pages. (Ex: 943 Sch R Page 1; 0422 can be changed to a 943 Sch R Continuation Sheet; 0522.)

Tax Year Tax Year The Tax Year is a MUST ENTER FIELD and requires two consecutive matching entries.
  1. Enter the tax year from the Report for Calendar Year Box.

  2. Enter the tax year edited at the top of the form.

  3. If unable to determine the tax year, process as current year.

EIN Employer EIN from top of page Enter the Employer EIN from the top of the page.

Note:

EIN cannot be blank.

  1. If 943 Schedule R EIN is different from the EIN on 943 Page 1, the screen displays the EIN from 943 Page 1 and "Employer EIN inconsistent. Please Verify." displays on the bottom of the screen.

  2. Correct any invalid characters, press <Enter>.

  3. If the EIN on the 943 Schedule R is entered correctly and is different than the EIN on 943 Page 1, press <Enter>.

  4. If the EIN on the 943 Schedule R is blank, press <Ctrl>-D key combination. This duplicates the EIN from 943 Page 1.

  5. If the number is incomplete or illegible, input the available numbers and insert a period for the remaining spaces. (91.111.11 or 911111...)

  6. If the EIN is blank and the EIN from 943 Page 1 is also blank, enter nine periods (.).

  7. If the EIN has more than nine digits, enter the first nine digits.

Section 3504 Agent Type of Filer-Section 3504 Agent Enter an" X" if the Section 3504 Agent box is marked.
CPEO Type of Filer-Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) Enter an "X " if the CPEO box is marked.
Other Third Party

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and later only.

Type of Filer-Other Third Party Enter an" X" if the Other Third Party box is marked.
LN nn Col a - EIN

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col a, LN 2 Col a, etc.)

Clients EIN Enter the Clients EIN from column (a):
  • box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

 
  1. EIN must be nine positions. Valid characters include 0–9 and period (.).

  2. If number is more than nine numerics, enter only the first nine digits.

  3. If any number is illegible, enter a period (.) in place of the number.

    Example:

    91.1..111

  4. If the number is incomplete, input the available numbers and put a period in the remaining spaces.

  5. If the number is missing, put in nine periods.

  6. Cannot be blank if money amounts are present on same line.

LN nn Col b -Typ Wag

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col b, LN 2 Col b, etc.)

Type of Wages, tips and other compensation (CPEO Use Only) Enter the Type of Wages from column (b):
  • box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

 
  1. If Type of wage is invalid, delete the invalid code. Valid codes include A, B, C, D, and blank.

  2. If more than one code is present, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

LN nn Col c- Num Emp

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col c, LN 2 Col c, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and later only.

Number of Employees from Form 943, Line 1 Enter the number of employees from column (c) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
LN nn Col c - SS Tax

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col c, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2017 only.

Social Security Tax allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 3 Enter the amount from column (c) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017.
LN nn Col d- Wages SS Tx

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col d, LN 2 Col d, etc.)

Total wages subject to social security tax allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 2 Enter the amount from column (d) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
LN 1 Col d - Med Tx

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col d, LN 2 Col d, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2017 only.

Medicare Tax allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 5 Enter the amount from column (d) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017.
LN nn Col e- Sick Lv

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col e, LN 2 Col e, etc.)

Qualified sick leave wages from Form 943, Line 2a Enter the amount from column (e) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
LN nn Col e - Add Med

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col e, LN 2 Col e, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2017 only.

Additional Medicare Tax Withholding allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 7 Enter the amount from column (e) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017.
LN nn Col f- Fam Lv

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

Qualified family leave wages from Form 943, Line 2b Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
LN nn Col g- Wages Med Tx

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

Wages subject to Medicare Tax allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 4 Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
LN nn Col h- Wages Add Med

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col h, LN 2 Col h, etc.)

Wages subject to Additional Medicare Tax withholding allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 6 Enter the amount from column (h) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
  • LN nn Col i- Fed Wthld (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • LN nn Col f - Fed Wthld (form revision 2017)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col i, LN 2 Col i, etc.)

Federal Income Tax withheld allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 8 Enter the amount from:
  • column (i) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (f) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

LN nn Col j- Curr Adj

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col j, LN 2 Col j, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Current year’s adjustments allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 10 Enter the amount from column (j) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
  • LN nn Col j- Qual Tx (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col k- Qual Tx (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col g - Qual Tx (form revision 2017)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col j, LN 2 Col j, etc.)

Qualified small business payroll tax credit for increasing research activities allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 12a (Line 12 form revisions 2017 through 2019) Enter the amount from:
  • column (j) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (k) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (g) box 1 through 10 on Sch R and/or box 1 thru 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

LN nn Col k- Tot 12b/ 14d

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col k, LN 2 Col k, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 12b and 14d, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (k) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
  • LN nn Col k- NR CR S/F

  • LN nn Col l- NR CR S/F

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 and form revisions 2023 and later only.

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April) from Form 943, Line 12b Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020 and form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col l- Tot 12c/ 14e

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 12c and 14e, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LNnn Col l- NR Cr S/F after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken after March 31) from Form 943, Line 12d Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col m- NR Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Nonrefundable portion of employee retention credit from Form 943, Line 12c Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col m- Tot 12d/ 14f

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 12d and 14f, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
LN 1 Col n- Tot 12e/ 14g

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col n, LN 2 Col n, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 12e and 14g, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (n) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
LN 1 Col o- Num COBRA

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Number of individuals provided COBRA premium assistance from Form 943, Line 12f Enter the number of individuals from column (o) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
  • LN nn Col m- Tax Adj (form revisions 2023 and later)

  • LN nn Col p- Tax Adj (form revisions 2021 and 2022)

  • LN nn Col n-Tax Adj (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col h -Tax Adj (form revision 2017)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col p, LN 2 Col p, etc.)

Total Tax after Adjustments and Credits allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 943, Line 13 Enter the amount from:
  • column (m) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2023 and later

  • column (p) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022

  • column (n) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (h) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

  • LN nn Col n- Tot Dep (form revisions 2023 and later)

  • LN nn Col q- Tot Dep (form revisions 2021 and 2022)

  • LN nn Col o- Tot Dep (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col i - Tot Dep (form revision 2017)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col q, LN 2 Col q, etc.)

Total Deposits from Form 943, Line 14a, plus any payments made with the return allocated to the listed client EIN (Line 14 form revisions 2017 through 2019) Enter the amount from:
  • column (n) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2023 and later

  • column (q) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022

  • column (o) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (i) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

LN nn Col o- Ref Cr S/F

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April) from Form 943, Line 14d Enter the amount from column (o) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col p- Def Emplr Amt

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col p, LN 2 Col p, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Deferred amount of the employer’s share of social security tax from Form 943, Line 14b Enter the amount from column (p) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LNnn Col p- Ref Cr S/F after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken after March 31) from Form 943, Line 14f Enter the amount from column (p) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col q- Def EE Amt

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col q, LN 2 Col q, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Deferred amount of the employee share of social security tax from Form 943, Line 14c Enter the amount from column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LNnn Col q- HP Exp SL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages (for leave taken before April) from Form 943, Line 18 Enter the amount from column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col r- Ref Cr S/F

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col r, LN 2 Col r, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages from Form 943, Line 14d Enter the amount from column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LNnn Col r- HP Exp SL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages (for leave taken before April) from Form 943, Line 19 Enter the amount from column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col s- Ref Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col s, LN 2 Col s, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Refundable portion of employee retention credit from Form 943, Line 14e Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
  • LN nn Col r- Adv 7200 (form revision 2021)

  • LN nn Col t- Adv 7200 (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col r, LN 2 Col r, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and 2021 only.

Total advances received from filing Form(s) 7200 from Form 943, Line 14i. (Line 14g form revision 2020) Enter the amount from
  • column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021

  • column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col s- Tot 18/19

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col s, LN 2 Col s, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 18 and 19, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
LNnn Col s- Qual SL Wages after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Qualified sick leave wages for leave taken after March 31 from Form 943, Line 22 Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col t- Tot 20/ 21

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col t, LN 2 Col t, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 20 and 21, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LNnn Col t- Qual Health Plan Exp SL Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on line 22 from Form 943, Line 23 Enter the amount from column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col u- HP Exp SL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages from Form 943, Line 18 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col u- Tot 22/ 24

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 22 and 24, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
LNnn Col u- Amts Under Bargain agreements SL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on line 22 from Form 943, Line 24 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col v- HP Exp FL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages from Form 943, Line 19 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col v- Tot 23/ 26

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 23 and 26, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
LNnn Col v- Qual FL Wages after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

Qualified family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021 from Form 943, Line 25 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col w- Wages Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified wages for the employee retention credit from Form 943, Line 20 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col w- Tot 25/ 27

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 only.

Total reported on Form 943, Lines 25 and 27, from Form 943 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022.
LNnn Col w- Qual Health Plan Exp FL Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on line 25 from Form 943, Line 26 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col x- HP Exp Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 20 from Form 943, Line 21 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col x- Rec Srtup Q3

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Eligible for Employee Retention Credit in 3rd Qtr solely because your Business is a Recovery Startup from Form 943, Line 28 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LNnn Col x- Amts Under Bargain Agreements FL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on line 25 from Form 943, Line 27 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2023 and later.
LN nn Col y- 5884C

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Credit from Form 5884-C, Line 11, for the year from Form 943, Line 22 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col y- Rec Srtup Q4

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Eligible for Employee Retention Credit in 4th Qtr solely because your Business is a Recovery Startup from Form 943, Line 29 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
  • Line 6/Line 9, Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 11/Line 24 Column c through Column i (form revision 2017)

Subtotal for Clients Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 6 of Sch R and/or box 9 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 11 of Sch R and/or box 24 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

  • Line 7 Column c through Column y ( form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 12 Column c through Column i (form revision 2017

Combined subtotals of all Continuation Sheets Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 7 of Sch R and/or box 9 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 12 of Sch R and/or box 24 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

  • Line 8 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 13 Column c through Column i (form revision 2017)

Form 943 amounts for your agricultural employees Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 8 of Sch R and/or box 9 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 13 of Sch R and/or box 24 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 through 2019

  • Line 9 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 14 Column c through Column i (form revision 2017)

Total of Lines 6, 7 and 8 (form revisions 2020 and later)
Total of Line 11, Line 12 and Line 13 (form revisions 2017 through 2019)
Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 9 of Sch R and/or box 9 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 14 of Sch R and/or box 24 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2017

Reminder:

If any item on the 943 Schedule R is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image." ) If after suspending for "Poor Quality Image" you still cannot determine the correct field entry from the physical document, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for Stand-Alone Form 940 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

Note:

940 Schedule R is only valid for Tax Year 2011 and later.

Reminder:

940 Schedule R(s) received on a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list, or a similar format), delete the entire return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

OE/DV Screen Prompts Description Instructions
Enter Page Number and Form Year (PPYY) Valid 940 Schedule R form year Enter the last four digits from the FormID code in top right corner of form. Valid entries include "0510, 0610, 0511, 0611, 0512, 0612, 0517 or 0617."

Note:

Only the 940 Schedule R allows changes between pages. (Ex: 940 Sch R Page 1; 0517 can be changed to a 940 Sch R Continuation Sheet; 0617.)

Tax Year Tax Year The Tax Year is a MUST ENTER FIELD and requires two consecutive matching entries.
  1. Enter the tax year from the Report for Calendar Year Box.

  2. Enter the tax year edited at the top of the form.

  3. If unable to determine the tax year, process as current year.

EIN Employer EIN from top of page Enter the Employer EIN from the top of the page.
  1. If 940 Schedule R EIN is different from EIN on 940 Page 1, the screen displays the EIN from 940 Page 1 and "Employer EIN inconsistent, Please Verify" displays on the bottom of the screen.

  2. Correct any invalid characters, press <Enter>.

  3. If EIN on 940 Schedule R is entered correctly and is different from the EIN on 940 Page 1, press <Enter>.

  4. If the 940 Schedule R EIN is blank, press the <Ctrl>-D key combination. This duplicates the EIN from 940 Page 1 of the form.

  5. If the number is incomplete or illegible, input the available numbers and insert a period in the remaining spaces (e.g., 91.111.11 or 911111...).

  6. If the EIN from the 940 Schedule R and 940 Page 1 is missing, enter nine periods.

  7. If the EIN has more than nine digits, enter the first nine digits.

Section 3504 Agent

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later only.

Type of Filer-Section 3504 Agent Enter an" X" if the Section 3504 Agent box is marked.
CPEO

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later only.

Type of Filer-Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) Enter an "X " if the CPEO box is marked.
Line nn Column a- EIN

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col a, LN 2 Col a, etc.)

Clients Employer. Identification Number EIN Enter the Clients EIN from column (a):
  • box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  1. EIN must be nine positions. Valid characters include 0–9 and period (.).

  2. If number is more than nine numerics, enter only the first nine digits.

  3. If any number is illegible, enter a period (.) in place of the number.

    Example:

    91.1..111

  4. If the number is incomplete, input the available numbers and put a period in the remaining spaces.

  5. If the number is missing, put in nine periods.

  6. Cannot be blank if money amounts are present on same line.

Line nn Column b- St Code

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col b, LN 2 Col b, etc.)

State abbreviation from Form 940 Line 1a or Schedule A (Form 940) Enter the State Code from column (b):
  • box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

Line nn Column c- Typ wag

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col c, LN 2 Col c, etc.)

 

Reminder:


Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later only.

Type of Wages, tips and other compensation (CPEO Use Only) Enter the Type of Wages from column (c) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later.
  1. If Type of Wage is invalid, delete the invalid code. Valid codes include A, B, C, D, and blank.

  2. If more than one code is present, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

  • Line nn Column d - FUTA Wages (for form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line nn Column c FUTA Wages (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col d, LN 2 Col d, etc.)

Total Taxable FUTA wages allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 940, Line 7 (Line 7a form revision 2011) Enter the money amount from:
  • column (d) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (c) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line nn Column e - Adjust FUTA (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line nn Column d - Adjust FUTA (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col e, LN 2 Col e, etc.)

Total Adjustment to FUTA tax allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 940, Line 9 or Line 10 Enter the money amount from:
  • column (e) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (d) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line nn Column f Cred. Red (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line nn Column e Cred. Red (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

Credit reduction amount allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 940, Line 11 Enter the money amount from:
  • column (f) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (e) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line nn Column g FUTA Tax Adj (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line 1 Column f FUTA Tax Adj (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

Total FUTA Tax after Adjustments allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 940, Line 12 Enter the money amount from:
  • column (g) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (f) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line nn Column h Tot FUTA Dep (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line nn Column g Tot FUTA Dep (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col h, LN 2 Col h, etc.)

Total FUTA Tax deposits from Form 940, Line 13, Plus any payments made with the return allocated to the listed client EIN Enter the money amount from:
  • column (h) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 22 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (g) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 16/Line 23 Column c through Column h (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line 16/Line 26 Column c through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Subtotal for Clients Enter the money amount from:
  • column (c) through column (h) box 16 of Sch R and/or box 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (c) through column (g) box 16 of Sch R and/or box 26 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 17 Column c through Column h (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line 17 Column c through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Combined subtotals of all Continuation Sheets Enter the money amount from:
  • column (c) through column (h) box 17 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (c) through column (g) box 17 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 18 Column c through Column h (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line 18 Column c through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Form 940 amounts for your employees Enter the money amount from:
  • column (c) through column (h) box 18 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (c) through column (g) box 18 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 19 Column c through Column h (form revisions 2017 and later)

  • Line 19 Column c through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Total of Lines 16, 17 and 18 Enter the money amount from:
  • column (c) through column (h) box 19 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and later

  • column (c) through column (g) box 19 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

Reminder:

If any field on the 940 Schedule R is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image" .) If after suspending for "Poor Quality Image" you still cannot determine the correct field entry from the physical document, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

Transcription Sheets - Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet

The table below explains the screen prompts, description and instructions for Stand-Alone Form 941 Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

Note:

941 Schedule R is only valid for Tax Period 201003 and later.

Reminder:

941 Schedule R(s) received on a nonconforming document (i.e., a spreadsheet, list, or a similar format), delete the entire return from the block and route to Code and Edit for perfection.

OE/DV Screen Prompt Description Instructions
Enter Page Number and Form Year (PPYY) Valid 941 Schedule R form year Enter the last four digits from the FormID code in top right corner of form. Valid entries include "0410, 0510, 0411, 0511, 0412, 0512, 0413, 0513, 0417, 0517, 0420, 0520, 0421, 0521, 0422, 0522, 1422 or 1522."

Note:

Only the 941 941 Schedule R allows changes between pages. (Ex: 941 Sch R Page 1; 1422 can be changed to a 941 Sch R Continuation Sheet; 1522.)

Tax Qtr Tax Qtr The Tax Qtr is a MUST ENTER FIELD and requires two consecutive matching entries.
  1. Enter the Tax Qtr from the Report for Calendar Year Box.

  2. Enter the Tax Qtr edited at the top of the form.

  3. If unable to determine the Tax Qtr, process as current year.

Note:

Do not transcribe century digits "20" . Enter the last two digits of the year (located in the upper left corner of the return) and 03, 06, 09, or, 12 to show 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th quarter, respectively.

EIN Employer EIN from top of page Enter the Employer EIN from the top of the page.

Note:

EIN cannot be blank.

  1. If 941 Schedule R EIN is different from the EIN on 941 Page 1, the screen displays the EIN from 941 Page 1 and "Employer EIN inconsistent. Please Verify." displays on the bottom of the screen.

  2. Correct any invalid characters, press <Enter>.

  3. If the EIN on the 941 Schedule R is entered correctly and is different than the EIN on 941 Page 1, press <Enter>.

  4. If the EIN on the 941 Schedule R is blank, press <Ctrl>-D key combination. This duplicates the EIN from 941 Page 1.

  5. If the number is incomplete or illegible, input the available numbers and insert a period for the remaining spaces (91.111.11 or 911111...).

  6. If the EIN is blank and the EIN from 941 Page 1 is also blank, enter nine periods (.).

  7. If the EIN has more than nine digits, enter the first nine digits.

Section 3504 Agent

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Type of Filer-Section 3504 Agent Enter an "X" if the Section 3504 Agent box is marked.
CPEO

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Type of Filer-Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) Enter an "X" if the CPEO box is marked.
Other Third Party

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and later with tax quarters of 202006 and later only.

Type of Filer-Other Third Party Enter an" X" if the Other Third Party box is marked.
LN nn Col a - EIN

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col a, LN 2 Col a, etc.)

Clients EIN Enter the Clients EIN from column (a):
  • box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 (Rev. June 2020) and later

  • box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

 
  1. EIN must be nine positions. Valid characters include 0–9 and period (.)

  2. If number is more than nine numerics, enter only the first nine digits.

  3. If any number is illegible, enter a period (.) in place of the number.

    Example:

    91.1..111

  4. If the number is incomplete, input the available numbers and put a period in the remaining spaces.

  5. If the number is missing, put in nine periods.

  6. Cannot be blank if money amounts are present on same line.

LN nn Col b Typ wag

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col b, LN 2 Col b, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Type of Wages, tips and other compensation (CPEO Use Only) Enter the Type of Wages from column (b):
  • box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

 
  1. If Type of wage is invalid, delete the invalid code. Valid codes include A, B, C, D and blank.

  2. If more than one code is present, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

LN nn Col c- Num Emp

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col c, LN 2 Col c, etc.)

Number of Employees from Form 941, Line 1 Enter the number of employees from column (c) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later.
  • LN nn Col d Wages (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • LN nn Col c Wages (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col b Wages (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col d, LN 2 Col d, etc.)

Wages, tips and other compensation allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 2 Enter the amount from:
  • column (d) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • LN nn Col e Tx Wthld (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • LN 1 Col d Tx Wthld (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN 1 Col c Tx Wthld (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col e, LN 2 Col e, etc.)

Total Income Tax Withheld from wages, tips, and other compensation allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 3 Enter the amount from:
  • column (e) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (d) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (c) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

LN nn Col f- Sick Lv

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified sick leave wages from Form 941, Line 5a(i) Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col f- Tot Ln 5ai and 5aii Col 1

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 5a(i) and 5a(ii), column 1 from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later.
LN nn Col g- 5a/5b Col 2

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 5a and 5b, column 2 from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later.
LN nn Col g- Fam Lv

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified family leave wages from Form 941, Line 5a(ii), column 1 Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col h- Taxable Med. wg/tips

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col h, LN 2 Col h, etc.)

Taxable Medicare wages & tips from Form 941, Line 5c, column 2 Enter the amount from column (h) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later.
  • LN nn Col i- SS / Med (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col h- SS / Med (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col e - SS Med (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col d - SS Med (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col i, LN 2 Col i, etc.)

Total Social Security and Medicare Taxes allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 5e Enter the amount from:
  • column (i) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (h) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (e) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (d) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • LN nn Col j- 3121q (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col i- 3121q (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col f - 3121q (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col e - 3121q (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col j, LN 2 Col j, etc.)

Section 3121(q) Notice and Demand-Tax due on unreported tips allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 5f Enter the amount from:
  • column (j) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (i) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (f) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (e) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

LN nn Col f - Adv EIC

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col f, LN 2 Col f, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2010 only.

Advance earned income credit payments allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 9 Enter the amount from column (f) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 thru 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2010.
LN nn Col g - Tot Dep

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col g, LN 2 Col g, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2010 through 2014 only.

Total Deposits and COBRA Payments from Form 941, Line 13, plus any payments made with the return allocated to the listed client EIN Enter the amount from column (g) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet, for form revisions 2010 through 2014.
  • LN nn Col k Qual Tx (form revisions 2021 and later)

  • LN nn Col j Qual Tx (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col g Qual Tx (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col k, LN 2 Col k, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2017 and later with tax quarters of 201703 and later only.

Qualified small business payroll tax credit for increasing research activities allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 11a (Line 11 form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Jan 2020) Enter the amount from:
  • column (k) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and later

  • column (j) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (g) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • LN nn Col l- NR Cr S/F (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col k- NR Cr S/F (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 11b Enter the amount from:
  • column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • column (k) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col l- Tot Ln 11b and 13c

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11b and 13c, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col l- NR Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col l, LN 2 Col l, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Nonrefundable portion of employee retention credit from Form 941, Line 11c Enter the amount from column (l) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col m- NR CR S/F after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

Nonrefundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 11d Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col m- Tot Ln 11c and 13d

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col m, LN 2 Col m, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11c and 13d, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LN nn Col n- Tot Ln 11d and 13e

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col n, LN 2 Col n, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11d and 13e, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col o- Tot Ln 11e and 13f

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 11e and 13f, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col p- Num COBRA

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col p, LN 2 Col p, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Number of individuals provided COBRA premium assistance from Form 941, Line 11f Enter the number of individuals from column (p) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
  • LN nn Col n- Tax Adj (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col q- Tax Adj (form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022)

  • LN nn Col m- Tax Adj (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col h - Tax Adj (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col f - Tax Adj (form revisions 2012 through 2014)

  • LN nn Col e - Tax Adj (form revisions 2010 and 2011)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col n, LN 2 Col n, etc.)

Total Tax after Adjustment is allocated to the listed client EIN from Form 941, Line 12 (Line 10 form revisions 2012 through 2016 and Line 8 form revisions 2010 (Rev Feb 2010) through 2011) Enter the amount from:
  • column (n) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022

  • column (m) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (h) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (f) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2012 through 2014

  • column (e) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 and 2011

  • LN nn Col o- Tot Dep (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col r - Tot Dep (form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022))

  • LN nn Col n - Tot Dep (form revision 2020)

  • LN nn Col i - Tot Dep (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • LN nn Col g - Tot Dep (form revision 2014)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

Total Deposits from Form 941, Line 13a, plus any payments made with the return allocated to the listed client EIN (Line 13 form revisions 2017 through 2020 (Rev. Jan 2020) and Line 11 form revisions 2014 through 2016) Enter the amount from:
  • column (o) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022)

  • column (n) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • column (i) box 1 through 10 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 23 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (g) box 1 through 15 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 25 of Sch R Continuation Sheet form revision 2014

LN nn Col o- Def Amt

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col o, LN 2 Col o, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Deferred amount of the employees share of social security tax from Form 941, Line 13b Enter the amount from column (o) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col p- Ref Cr S/F

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col p, LN 2 Col p, etc.)

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 13c Enter the amount from column (p) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col q- Ref Cr S/F after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col q, LN 2 Col q, etc.)

Refundable portion of credit for qualified sick and family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 13e Enter the amount from column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col q- Ref Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col q, LN 2 Col q, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Refundable portion of employee retention credit from Form 941, Line 13d Enter the amount from column (q) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
  • LN nn Col s- Adv 7200 (form revision 2021)

  • LN nn Col r- Adv 7200 (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col s, LN 2 Col s, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2020 and 2021 only.

Total advances received from filing Form(s) 7200 from Form 941, Line 13g (Line 13f form revisions 2020 (Rev. April 2020) through 2021 (Rev. June 2021)) Enter the amount from:
  • column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021

  • column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

  • LN nn Col r- HP Exp SL (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col s- HP Exp SL (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col r, LN 2 Col r, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 19 Enter the amount from:
  • Enter the amount from column (r) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col t- Recovery Startup Business Ckbx

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col t, LN 2 Col t, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Eligible Employee Retention Credit Recovery Startup Check Box Form 941, Line 18b Enter a "Y" if the word "Yes" or "Y" is present in column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021.

Note:

If the word "No" or "N" is present, clear the field and press <Enter>.

  • LN nn Col s- HP Exp FL (form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later)

  • LN nn Col t- HP Exp FL (form revision 2020)

 

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col s, LN 2 Col s, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages (for leave taken before April 1, 2021) from Form 941, Line 20 Enter the amount from:
  • Enter the amount from column (s) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later

  • Enter the amount from column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020

LN nn Col t- Qual SL Wages after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col t, LN 2 Col t, etc.)

Qualified sick leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 23 Enter the amount from column (t) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col u- Qual Health Plan Exp SL Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on Line 23 from Form 941, Line 24 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col u- Tot Ln 19 and 20

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 19 and 20, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col u- Wages Ret Cr

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col u, LN 2 Col u, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified wages for the employee retention credit from Form 941, Line 21 Enter the amount from column (u) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col v- Amts Under Bargain Agreements SL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified sick leave wages reported on Line 23 from Form 941, Line 25 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col v- Tot Ln 21 and 22

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2021 only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 21 and 22, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2021.
LN nn Col v- HP Exp Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col v, LN 2 Col v, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 21 from Form 941, Line 22 Enter the amount from column (v) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col w- Qual FL Wages after March 31

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

Qualified family leave wages for leave taken after March 31, 2021, and before October 1, 2021 from Form 941, Line 26 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col w- Tot Ln 23 and 25

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 23 and 25, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col w- 5a/5b Col 2

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col w, LN 2 Col w, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 5a and 5b, column 2 from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (w) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col x- Qual Health Plan Exp FL Wages

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on Line 26 from Form 941, Line 27 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col x- Tot Ln 24 and 27

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 24 and 27, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col x- Wages Pd Mar

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col x, LN 2 Col x, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified wages paid March 13 through March 31, 2020, for the employees retention credit from Form 941, Line 24 Enter the amount from column (x) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
LN nn Col y- Amts Under Bargain Agreements FL

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

Amounts under certain collectively bargained agreements allocable to qualified family leave wages reported on Line 26 from Form 941, Line 28 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2022 (Rev. Jun 2022) and later.
LN nn Col y- Tot Ln 26 and 28

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022) only.

Total reported on Form 941, Lines 26 and 28, from Form 941 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2021 and 2022 (Rev. Mar 2022).
LN nn Col y- HP Exp Rep

Note:

nn will display as the actual line number according to the form revision. (i.e. LN 1 Col y, LN 2 Col y, etc.)

 

Reminder:

Use these instructions for form revision 2020 only.

Qualified health plan expenses allocable to wages reported on Line 24 from Form 941, Line 25 Enter the amount from column (y) box 1 through 5 of Sch R and/or box 1 through 8 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revision 2020.
  • Line 6/Line 9, Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 11/Line 24, Column c through Column i (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 16/Line 26, Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Subtotal for Clients Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 6 of Sch R and/or box 9 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 11 of Sch R and/or box 24 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 16 of Sch R and/or box 26 of Sch R Continuation Sheet for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 7 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 12 Column c through Column i (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 17 Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Combined subtotals of all Continuation Sheets Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 7 of Sch R for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 12 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 17 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 8 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 13 Column c through Column i form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 18 Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Form 941 amounts for your employees Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 8 of Sch R for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 13 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 18 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

  • Line 9 Column c through Column y (form revisions 2020 and later)

  • Line 14 Column c through Column i (form revisions 2017 and 2018)

  • Line 19 Column b through Column g (form revisions 2010 through 2014)

Total of Lines 6, 7 and 8
Total of Lines 11, 12 and 13 (form revisions 2017 and 2018)
Total of Lines 16, 17 and 18 (form revisions 2010 through 2014)
Enter the amount from:
  • column (c) through column (y) box 9 of Sch R for form revisions 2020 and later

  • column (c) through column (i) box 14 of Sch R for form revisions 2017 and 2018

  • column (b) through column (g) box 19 of Sch R for form revisions 2010 through 2014

Reminder:

If any field on the 941 Schedule R is illegible, suspend the UW as "Poor Quality Image" (<F9>; press "S" ; select "Poor Quality Image" .) If after suspending for "Poor Quality Image" you still cannot determine the correct field entry from the physical document, press <F3> to clear the field and then press <Enter>.

Street Abbreviations

Street address abbreviations that must be used when it is necessary to reduce the address to 35 characters. It is not necessary to abbreviate any word, if the address is less than 35 characters (including spaces). However, if the word is abbreviated or spelled out, it must agree with the chart below.

Note:

Abbreviate North, South, East and West only when it is used as a direction of a street, avenue, etc.

Note:

Do not abbreviate proper names of the street in the street address field.

WORD ABBREVIATION
Air Force Base AFB
Alley ALY
Annex ANX
Apartment APT
Arcade ARC
Avenue AVE
Basement BSMT
Bayou BYU
Beach BCH
Bend BND
Bluff(s) BLF(S)
Bottom BTM
Boulevard BLVD
Branch BR
Bridge BRG
Brook(s) BRK(S)
Building BLDG
Burg(s) BG(S)
Bypass BYP
Camp CP
Canyon CYN
Cape CPE
Causeway CSWY
Center(s) CTR(S)
Circle(s) CIR(S)
Cliff(s) CLF(S)
Club CLB
Common CMN
Corner(s) COR(S)
Course CRSE
Court(s) CT(S)
Cove(s) CV(S)
Creek CRK
Crescent CRES
Crest CRST
Crossing XING
Crossroad XRD
Curve CURV
Dale DL
Dam DM
Department DEPT
Divide DV
Drive(s) DR(S)
East, Ea E
Estate(s) EST(S)
Expressway EXPY
Extension(s) EXT(S)
Ferry FRY
Field(s) FLD(S)
First 1ST
Flat(s) FLT(S)
Floor FL
Ford(s) FRD(S)
Forest FRST
Forge(s) FRG(S)
Fork(s) FRK(S)
Fort FT
Freeway FWY
Front FRNT
Garden(s) GDN(S)
Gateway GTWY
Glen(s) GLN(S)
Green(s) GRN(S)
Grove(s) GRV(S)
Hanger HNGR
Harbor(s) HBR(S)
Haven HVN
Heights HTS
Highway HWY
Highway Contract HC
Hill(s) HL(S)
Hollow HOLW
Inlet INLT
Island(s) IS(S)
Junction(s) JCT(S)
Key(s) KY(S)
Knoll(s) KNL(S)
Lake(s) LK(S)
Landing LNDG
Lane LN
Light(s) LGT(S)
Loaf LF
Lobby LBBY
Lock(s) LCK(S)
Lodge LDG
Lower LOWR
Manor(s) MNR(S)
Meadow(s) MDW(S)
Mill(s) ML(S)
Mission MSN
Motorway MTWY
Mount MT
Mountain(s) MTN(S)
Neck NCK
North, No. No

Caution:

ONLY when used as a direction.

N
Northeast, N.E. NE
Northwest, N.W. NW
Office OFC
One fourth, One quarter 1/4
One half 1/2
Orchard ORCH
Overpass OPAS
Parkway(s) PKWY
Passage PSGE
Penthouse PH
Pine(s) PNE(S)
Place PL
Plain(s) PLN(S)
Plaza PLZ
Point(s) PT(S)
Port PRT
Post Office Box, PO Box, P.O. Box, P.O. Drawer, POB, PO PO BOX
See IRM 3.41.276.12.7 (14) for instructions.
Prairie PR
Private Mail Box PMB
Radial RADL
Ranch RNCH
Rapid(s) RPD(S)
Rest RST
Ridge(s) RDG(S)
River RIV
Road(s) RD(S)
Room RM
Route, Rte., RT RTE
Rural Route, Rural Delivery, R.D, RFD, R.F.D. RR
Shoal(s) SHL(S)
Shore(s) SHR(S)
Skyway SKWY
South, So., So S
Southeast, S.E. SE
Southwest, S.W. SW
Space SPC
Spring(s) SPG(S)
Square(s) SQ(S)
Station STA
Stravenue STRA
Stream STRM
Street(s) ST(S)
Suite STE
Summit SMT
Terrace, Terr TER
Throughway TRWY
Trace TRCE
Track TRAK
Trafficway TRFY
Trail TRL
Trailer TRLR
Tunnel TUNL
Turnpike TPKE
Underpass UPAS
Union(s) UN(S)
Upper UPPR
Valley(s) VLY(S)
Viaduct VIA
View(s) VW(S)
Village(s) VLG(S)
Ville VL
Vista VIS
Well(s) WL(S)
West, We W

Alphabetical Listing of Major Cities with Major City Codes and Zone Improvement Plan (ZIP) Codes

Alphabetical listing of Major City Codes (MCC) in city order.

Note:

"MU" is a valid State Code for box 16 form revisions 2009-2011 (box 14 form revisions 2005-2008). MCC cannot be used in the address field.

CITY STATE MCC ZIP CODE
Aberdeen SD AD 574
Abilene TX AB 796
Akron OH AK 443
Albany GA AY 317
Albany NY AL 122
Albuquerque NM AQ 871
Alexandria VA AX 223
Alhambra CA YA 918
Allentown PA AW 181
Amarillo TX AM 791
Anaheim CA AH 928
Anchorage AK AN 995, 996
Anderson SC AJ 296
Ann Arbor MI AP 481
Arlington TX IA 760
Arlington VA AR 222
Arvada CO AV 800, 804
Asheville NC AS 288
Athens GA AE 306
Atlanta GA AT 303, 311, 399
Atlantic City NJ AC 084
Auburn AL AF 368
Augusta GA AG 309
Augusta ME AA 043
Aurora CO AZ 800
Aurora IL AO 605
Austin TX AU 733, 787
Bakersfield CA BD 933
Baltimore MD BA 212
Baton Rouge LA BR 708
Battle Creek MI QK 490
Beaumont TX BT 777
Bellingham WA BH 982
Berkeley CA BE 947
Bethlehem PA BM 180
Billings MT IB 591
Biloxi MS BL 395
Binghamton NY BC 139
Birmingham AL BI 352
Bismarck ND BB 585
Bloomington IN BQ 474
Bloomington MN BN 554
Boca Raton FL BZ 334
Boise ID BS 837
Bossier City LA BW 711
Boston MA BO 021, 022
Boulder CO BV 803
Bradenton FL BG 342
Bremerton WA BY 983
Bridgeport CT BP 066
Bronx NY BX 104
Brooklyn NY BK 112
Brownsville TX BJ 785
Buffalo NY BF 142
Burlington VT BU 054
Cambridge MA CB 021, 022
Camden NJ CD 081
Canton OH CA 447
Cape Coral FL CF 339
Casper WY CZ 826
Cedar Rapids IA CR 524
Champaign IL CX 618
Chandler AZ YZ 852
Chapel Hill NC CJ 275
Charleston SC CT 294
Charleston WV CW 253
Charlotte NC CE 282
Charlottesville VA CV 229
Chattanooga TN CG 374
Chesapeake VA CP 233
Cheyenne WY CY 820
Chicago IL CH 606-608
Chula Vista CA DV 919
Cincinnati OH CN 452, 459
Clarkesville TN YN 370
Clearwater FL CQ 337
Cleveland OH CL 441
Colorado Springs CO CS 809
Columbia SC CU 292
Columbus GA CM 318, 319
Columbus OH CO 430, 432
Corpus Christi TX CC 783, 784
Cranston RI RT 029
Cumberland MD CK 215
Dallas TX DA 752,753
Davenport IA DP 528
Dayton OH DY 453, 454
Daytona Beach FL DF 321
Dearborn MI DB 481
Decatur IL DT 625
Denver CO DN 800-802
Des Moines IA DM 503, 509
Detroit MI DE 482
Dubuque IA DQ 520
Duluth MN DL 557, 558
Durham NC DU 277
East Lansing MI ET 488
East Orange NJ EO 070
East St. Louis IL ES 622
Easton PA EA 180
El Paso TX EP 799, 885
Elizabeth NJ EL 072
Erie PA ER 165
Eugene OR EU 974
Evanston IL EN 602
Evansville IN EV 477
Fairbanks AK FK 997
Fall River MA FR 027
Far Rockaway NY RK 110, 116
Fargo ND FA 581
Fayetteville AR FB 727
Fayetteville NC FN 283
Flint MI FT 485
Florence AL FC 356
Florence SC FE 295
Flushing NY FG 113
Fort Lauderdale FL FL 333
Fort Pierce FL FP 349
Fort Smith AR FS 729
Fort Wayne IN FY 468
Fort Worth TX FW 761
Fresno CA FO 936-938
Gainesville FL GF 326
Gaithersburg MD GG 208
Galveston TX GA 775
Garland TX GD 750
Gary IN GY 464
Gastonia NC GN 280
Glendale AZ GE 853
Glendale CA GL 912
Grand Rapids MI GR 495
Great Falls MT GT 594
Greeley CO GC 806
Green Bay WI GB 543
Greensboro NC GO 274
Greenville SC GV 296
Greenwood MS GW 389
Hackensack NJ HS 076
Hamilton OH HA 450
Hammond IN HM 463
Hampton VA HP 236
Harlingen TX HR 785
Harrisburg PA HG 171
Hartford CT HD 061
Hattiesburg MS HT 394
Helena MT HE 596
Henderson NV HF 890
Hialeah FL HI 330
High Point NC HC 272
Hollywood FL HW 330
Honolulu HI HL 968
Houston TX HO 770, 722
Huntington WV HN 257
Huntington Beach CA HB 926
Huntsville AL HU 358
Independence MO IE 640
Indianapolis IN IN 462
Inglewood CA ID 903
Irvine CA IV 926-927
Irving TX IR 750
Jackson MS JN 392
Jacksonville FL JV 322
Jamaica NY JA 114
Jamestown NY JM 147
Janesville WI JE 535
Jersey City NJ JC 070, 073
Johnson City TN JH 376
Johnstown PA JO 159
Joliet IL JT 604
Jonesboro AR JB 724
Kalamazoo MI KZ 490
Kansas City KS KA 661
Kansas City MO KC 641, 649
Kennewick WA KW 993
Kenosha WI KE 531
Kingsport TN KP 376
Knoxville TN KN 379
Lafayette IN LF 479
Lafayette LA LL 705
Lake Charles LA LC 706
Lakeland FL LK 338
Lakewood CO LW 801, 802, 804
Lancaster PA LP 176
Lansing MI LG 489
Laredo TX LD 780
Las Cruces NM LZ 880
Las Vegas NV LV 891
Lawrence MA LQ 018
Lewiston ME LT 042
Lexington KY LX 405
Lincoln NE LN 685
Little Rock AR LR 722
Long Beach CA LB 907, 908
Long Island City NY LI 111
Lorain OH LO 440
Los Angeles CA LA 900, 901
Louisville KY LE 402
Lowell MA LM 018
Lubbock TX LU 794
Lynn MA LY 019
Macon GA MA 312
Madison WI MN 537
Manchester NH MR 031
Marietta GA MT 300
Melbourne FL ML 329
Memphis TN ME 375, 381
Meridian MS MD 393
Mesa AZ MZ 852
Metairie LA MI 700
Miami FL MF 330-332
Milwaukee WI MW 532
Minneapolis MN MS 554
Missoula MT MM 598
Mobile AL MO 366
Modesto CA MC 953
Monroe LA MB 712
Montgomery AL MG 361
Muskegon MI MK 494
Naperville IL NP 605
Nashau NH NS 030
Nashville TN NA 372
Newark NJ NK 071
New Bedford MA ND 027
New Brunswick NJ NB 089
New Haven CT NH 065
New Orleans LA NO 701
Newport News VA NN 236
Newton MA NE 024
New York NY NY 100-102
Niagara Falls NY NF 143
Norfolk VA NV 235
Norman OK NR 730
North Charleston SC NC 294
North Hollywood CA NW 916
North Las Vegas NV NT 890
North Little Rock AR NL 721
Oakland CA OA 946
Oak Park IL OP 603
Oceanside CA OE 920
Ogden UT OG 842, 844
Oklahoma City OK OC 731
Olympia WA OL 985
Omaha NE OM 681
Orlando FL OR 328
Oshkosh WI OK 549
Overland Park KS OV 662
Owensboro KY OW 423
Oxnard CA OX 930
Palo Alta CA PQ 943
Parkersburg WV PK 261
Parma OH PZ 441
Pasadena CA PD 910, 911
Paterson NJ PN 075
Pembroke Pines FL PP 330
Pensacola FL PE 325
Peoria AZ PY 853
Peoria IL PL 616
Petersburg VA PG 238
Philadelphia PA PH 190-192
Phoenix AZ PX 850
Pine Bluff AR PB 716
Pittsburgh PA PI 151, 152
Pocatello ID PC 832
Port Arthur TX PA 776
Portland ME PT 041
Portland OR PO 972
Portsmouth NH PS 038
Portsmouth VA PM 237
Providence RI PR 029
Provo UT PV 846
Pueblo CO PU 810
Punta Gorda FL PJ 339
Quincy MA QU 021, 022
Racine WI RA 534
Raleigh NC RL 276
Reading PA RD 196
Reno NV RE 895
Richmond VA RI 231, 232
Riverside CA RS 925
Roanoke VA RO 240
Rochester NY RC 146
Rock Hill SC RH 297
Rockford IL RF 611
Sacramento CA SC 942, 958
Saginaw MI SG 486
Salem OR XR 973
Salinas CA YL 939
Salt Lake City UT XU 841
San Antonio TX SO 782
San Bernardino CA SR 924
San Diego CA SD 921
San Francisco CA SF 941
San Jose CA SJ 951
San Juan PR XJ 009
Santa Ana CA SA 927
Santa Barbara CA SZ 931
Sante Fe NM YF 875
Sarasota FL XS 342
Savannah GA GS 314
Schenectady NY SK 120, 123
Scottsdale AZ YS 852
Scranton PA XC 185
Seattle WA SE 981
Shawnee Mission KS SM 662
Sheboygan WI XB 530
Shreveport LA SH 711
Silver Spring MD SS 209
Sioux City IA SX 511
Sioux Falls SD IQ 571
South Bend IN SB 466
Spartanburg SC SQ 293
Spokane WA SW 992
Springfield IL XL 627
Springfield MA XA 011
Springfield MO XO 657, 658
Springfield OH XH 455
St Joseph MO XM 645
St Louis MO SL 631
St Paul MN SU 551
St Petersburg FL SP 337
Stamford CT ST 069
Staten Island NY SI 103
Sterling Heights MI YH 483
Stockton CA SN 952
Syracuse NY SY 132
Tacoma WA TC 984
Tallahassee FL TL 323
Tampa FL TA 336
Tempe AZ TE 852
Terre Haute IN TH 478
Titusville FL TT 327
Toledo OH TO 436
Topeka KS TP 666
Torrance CA TN 905
Trenton NJ TR 086
Tucson AZ TU 857
Tulsa OK TS 741
Tuscaloosa AL TB 354
Utica NY UT 135
Van Nuys CA VN 913, 914
Vancouver WA VA 986
Virginia Beach VA VB 234
Waco TX WX 767
Warren MI WR 480
Warren OH WO 444
Warwick RI WW 028
Washington DC DC DC 200, 202-205, 569
Waterbury CT WT 067
Waterloo IA WL 507
West Allis WI WA 532
West Palm Beach FL WP 334
West Valley City UT WC 841
Westminister CO WD 800, 802
Wheeling WV WH 260
White Plains NY WJ 106
Wichita KS WK 672
Wichita Falls TX WF 763
Wilkes-Barre PA WB 187
Williamsport PA WM 177
Wilmington DE WI 198
Wilmington NC WN 284
Winston-Salem NC WS 271
Winter Haven FL WG 338
Worcester MA WE 016
Yonkers NY YK 107
York PA YR 173, 174
Youngstown OH YO 445

Function Key List

Key Description
<F2> Deletes the characters in the current field to the right of the cursor position.
<F3> Deletes all characters in the field and places the cursor at the beginning of the field.
  • Dollar amount fields - begin right

  • All other fields - begin left

<F4> Allows you to change the form year revision on any 941 page or schedule that is mis-recognized. When the <F4> key is pressed, you receive a prompt to enter a four-digit Page Number and Form Year (PPYY).
  • Once the correct Page Number and Form Year is entered, the correct entry fields display.

 

Note:

Refer to IRM 3.41.276.12 (2) for specific guidelines.

<F5> Allows you to move the entry field so that it appears in different places relative to the area on the scanned image.
<F6> Releases a document and brings up the next document in the block or unit-of-work. In DV, you can only release a document if all necessary work is completed.
In OE, you can only release a document after all necessary work is complete.
In DV, when AUTO is OFF the cursor is placed on the first field of the next document.
In DV, when AUTO is on the cursor is placed in the next flagged field.
<F7> Allows you to go back and review previous documents in the block or unit-of-work.
<F8> Releases a block or unit-of-work. You can only release a block or unit-of-work if all necessary work is complete. This key is primarily used when working OE Paper.
<F9> Allows you to either "Interrupt" or "Suspend" the block or unit-of-work you are currently working.
<F10> Returns to the current document after pressing <F7> or <Home> to go to a preceding document.
<Ctrl>-<F3> Clears all fields with a ? (flag) automatically. This is a toggle key, using this key combination a second time brings the ? (flag) back in all but the field you are currently in.
<Ctrl>-<F4> Allows you to display the FI number assigned at scanning.
<Ctrl>-<F7> In DV, moves the cursor to the last edit field or last flagged field, on the prior document.
In OE, places cursor in last field on the prior document.
<Ctrl>-3 Displays the Magnified Image Strip for the current field.
<Ctrl>-5 Allows you to turn highlighting for image fields on and off as needed.

Reminder:

For 940, 941 and Stand Alone Schedule R after the F4 key has been used, the system does not highlight the fields.

<Ctrl>-6 Rotates the image 180 degrees.
<Alt>-X Returns to the previous menu.
<Ctrl>-A This key combination is a toggle that turns AUTO Mode on and off.
  • AUTO on: The cursor automatically moves from the current field to the next field requiring perfection.

    Note:

    In DV, the default mode is AUTO on.

  • AUTO off: The cursor manually moves through every field using the cursor movement keys.

    Note:

    In OE, AUTO Mode is always turned off.


The status of AUTO Mode is displayed in the Status Line as "Auto" .
<Ctrl>-B Places the cursor at the beginning of the previous word in the current field.

Note:

If the cursor is on any character other than the first character of a word, the cursor moves to first character of that word.

<Ctrl>-D
  • Copies the data from the same field on the previous document.

  • Schedule R: Copies the EIN from Form 94x Page 1 to the Employer EIN field on the Schedule R or Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

<Ctrl>-F Places the cursor at the beginning of the next word in current field.
<Ctrl>-G Managerial Review and Document Review only: After a document is opened, the Go To key combination opens a query window requesting the document number to where you want to go, and allows you the selection of any document in that UW (e.g., #5 in a UW).
<Ctrl>-L Reduces the size of the scanned image strip (after pressing <Ctrl>-M) that appears above the entry field.
<Ctrl>-M Enlarges the size of the scanned image strip that appears above the entry field.
<Ctrl>-P Notifies the system to stop work on the current function at the end of the current block or unit-of-work. When work is complete, the menu window of the current function appears.
<Ctrl>-S or <;> Semi-Colon Code and Edit Field: Moves the cursor to the first field with an error after the last Code and Edit field (during OE and DV).
  • Schedule B: Skips the cursor to the first field in each column for each month (during OE only).

  • Line 7: Moves the cursor from Line 5d to Line 8 on form revisions 2008-2010 (Rev. Oct 2010). Moves the cursor from Line 5d to Line 10 on form revisions 2011 and later.

    Note:

    Line 7 does not appear on the form revision 2011.

  • Schedule R: Moves the cursor from Line 1 Column (a) on Schedule R or Schedule R Continuation Sheet to the "Wages" column on the "Sub-Total Line" (Columns and Sub-Total Lines vary by Form Revision).

  • <Shift>-5

  • (tilde key)

Inserts a Percent Sign (%) in the In-Care-of Name Line.
<Delete> (Central Keypad) and <Del> (Numeric Keypad) Deletes the character at the current cursor position.

Note:

If you use the <Del> key in the Numeric Keypad, the <Num Lock> must be off.

Ctrl>-<Shift>-<Delete> or <Ctrl>-<Shift>-<Del> Deletes a document from a block or unit-of-work.
<↓> Down Arrow Key (Central or Numeric Keypad) Moves cursor to next field when AUTO is off. When AUTO is on, the cursor moves to the next required field in the document.
<Ctrl>-<↓> Down Arrow Key Moves the cursor to the first character in the last field that is enabled at the bottom of a document.
<↑> Up Arrow Key (Central and Numeric Keypad) Moves the cursor to the previous field. If the cursor is on the first field of a document, pressing this key causes the cursor to move to the first field of the preceding document.

Note:

<Num Lock> key must be off.

The <↑> (Up Arrow) on the Central Keypad allows you to go backwards between pages/documents one field at a time.
<Ctrl>-<↑> Up Arrow Key Moves the cursor to the first character in the first field that is enabled at the top of a document.
<Ctrl>-<Shift>-<↑>, <↓>, <→>, <←> (Arrow Keys) Allows you to move the image strip when it is not lined up to display the correct area. Holds the position for the current image.
<Enter> (Main Keypad) or Numeric Keypad) Accepts the contents of the current field or allows the release of a field without entering any data and moves to the next field.
<Esc> or <Alt>-X Allows you to go back to the previous menu or window, if a menu or window selection was made in error and the wrong window opens.
<Insert> (Central Keypad) or <Ins> (Numeric Keypad) Inserts a character to the left of the current cursor position. This is a toggle key function, it must be turned off by pressing one of these keys again.
<←> Left Arrow Key Moves the cursor to the left one character position from the current position. When this key is held down, the movement is repeated.
<Ctrl>-<←> Left Arrow Key (Central and Numeric Keypad) or <Home> (Central or Numeric Keypad)

Note:

<Home> is valid during DV only.

Positions the cursor at the left most position in a field.

Note:

When the <←> Left Arrow Key or the <Home> key in the Numeric Keypad is used the <Num Lock> must be off.

<→> Right Arrow Key Moves the cursor to the right one character position from the current position. When this key is held down, the movement is repeated.
<Ctrl-<→> Right Arrow Key (Central and Numeric Keypad) or <End> (Central and Numeric Keypad)

Note:

<End> is valid during DV only.

When AUTO is on, positions the cursor at the right most position in a field.

Note:

When the <→> Right Arrow Key or the <End> key in the Numeric Keypad is used the <Num Lock> must be off.

<Num Lock> (Numeric Keypad) Turns the Numeric Keypad on and off. When<Num Lock> is on, allows numbers to be typed from the separate numeric keypad.
<Page Down> (Central Keypad) or <Pg Dn> (Numeric Keypad) OE and DV: Move between 941 Page 1, 941 Page 2, 941 Page 3 and Schedule B.
Document Review: Displays the next document.

Note:

This also applies to Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

<Page Up> (Central Keypad) or <Pg Up> (Numeric Keypad) OE and DV: Move between Schedule B, 941 Page 3, 941 Page 2 and 941 Page 1.

Note:

This also applies to Schedule R and Schedule R Continuation Sheet.

<Print Scrn> Prints the current screen display.
<Shift> (Main Keypad) When pressed and held, "Alpha characters may be entered in numeric fields" or "Numeric characters may be entered in Alpha-numeric fields."
<Tab> Moves cursor to the next field: When the cursor moves to the next field, the system accepts the contents of the current field.
<Ctrl>-<Tab> Moves the cursor to the previous field. If the cursor is on the first field of a document, pressing this key combination causes the cursor to move to the first field of the previous document.

941 Pull Document Report

The following is a copy of the IPS00812 941 Pull Document Report

Note:

Detailed Report Description IRM 3.41.276.18.9, Pull Document Report

Output File ID: 502201 941 Pull Document Report Run Date: 01/14/2010 Page # 1
-------- ------------------- ----------------------- ----------- ----------------------------------------
Batch Block # Doc. DLN/FI # Page # Document/Block Delete Reason
568 LC141011055 LC14101105570 950107 Document deleted during OE; Sc
568 LC141011055 LC14101105570 950207 Document deleted during OE; Sc
568 LC141011055 LC14101105570 950307 Document deleted during OE; Sc
568 LC141011055 000261 950107 Document has been deleted syst
570 LC141011063 000059 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011063 LC14101106347 950207 Document deleted during OE; Sc
570 LC141011063 LC14101106347 960107 Document deleted during OE; Sc
570 LC141011063 LC14101106347 960307 Document deleted during OE; Sc
570 LC141011064 000069 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011064 000071 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011064 000074 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011064 000076 700206 Document deleted during OE; Sc
570 LC141011065 000090 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011065 LC14101106513 970107 Document has been deleted syst
570 LC141011065 LC14101106513 970306 Document has been deleted syst
570 LC141011066 000117 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011066 000128 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011066 000129 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011066 LC14101106665 950107 Document has been deleted syst
570 LC141011066 LC14101106669 970107 Document has been deleted syst
570 LC141011066 LC14101106669 970307 Document has been deleted syst
570 LC141011068 LC14101106827 950107 Document deleted during OE; Sc
570 LC141011068 LC14101106827 950207 Document deleted during OE; Sc
570 LC141011069 000194 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO
570 LC141011069 000199 700207 Document deleted during OE; DO

941 FI/DLN Cross Reference Report

The following is a copy of the IPS10670 941 FI/DLN Cross Reference Report at Ogden Service Center

Note:

Detailed Report Description IRM 3.41.276.18.12, FI/DLN Cross Reference Report

Output File ID: 501801 Program Number: 11205 Run Date: 01/14/2010 Page 1
-------- ------------------- ---------- ------------------ ----------
Batch Scan Block # Seq. # New Block # Seq #
0556 LC141010027 000001 LC141010027 86
0556 LC141010027 000006 LC141010027 87
0556 LC141010027 000008 LC141010027 88
0556 LC141010027 000012 LC141010027 89
0556 LC141010027 000020 LC141010027 90
0556 LC141010028 000024 LC141010028 86
0556 LC141010028 000028 LC141010028 87
0556 LC141010028 000033 LC141010028 88
0556 LC141010028 000037 LC141010028 89
4240 LC141013032 000061 LC141013032 86
4240 LC141013032 000067 LC141013032 87
4240 LC141013032 000070 LC141013032 88
4240 LC141013032 000072 LC141013032 89
8483 LC141009073 000344 LC141009073 93
8483 LC141009073 000346 LC141009073 94
8483 LC141009073 000348 LC141009073 95
8483 LC141009073 000350 LC141009073 96
8483 LC141009073 000352 LC141009073 97
8483 LC141009073 000355 LC141009073 98
8483 LC141009073 000360 LC141009073 99
8483 LC141009073 000362 LC141009075 00
8483 LC141009073 000365 LC141009075 01
8483 LC141009073 000367 LC141009075 02

Valid Characters

Do not enter other characters even if they appear on the form.

Specific Entry Valid Characters
941 EIN Numeric (0-9) or blank
Name Control
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Hyphen (-)

  • Ampersand (&)

  • Maximum 4 Characters

In Care of Name Line
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Hyphen (-)

  • Ampersand (&)

  • In Care Of (%)

  • Space

  • Blank

  • Maximum 35 Characters

Address Line
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Hyphen (-)

  • Slash (/)

  • Asterisk (*) only valid in the first position for PO Box

  • Space

  • Maximum 35 Characters

City Line
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Space

  • Maximum 22 Characters

State Line
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Maximum 2 Characters

ZIP Code
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Maximum 9 Characters

Money (Data) Fields
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Hyphen (-) Negative amounts

  • Maximum 15 Characters

Deposit State
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Maximum 2 Characters

Third-Party ID Number
  • Alpha (A-Z)

  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Maximum 5 Characters

Preparer’s PTIN
  • Alpha (P in first position only)

  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Maximum 9 Characters

Preparer’s EIN
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Maximum 9 Numerics

Preparer’s Phone
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Maximum 10 Numerics

Schedule B Money Fields
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Hyphen (-) Negative amounts

  • Maximum 15 Characters

Schedule R - Employer EIN
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Period (.)

  • Maximum 9 Characters

Schedule R - Clients EIN
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Period (.)

  • Maximum 9 Characters

Schedule R - Number of Employees
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Maximum 7 Characters

Schedule R - Money Fields
  • Numeric (0-9)

  • Hyphen (-) Negative amounts

  • Maximum 15 Characters

Consolidated List of Acronyms

Acronym Definition
BBTS Batch Block Tracking System
CCC Computer Condition Code
DV Data Validation
DCO Data Conversion Operation
DLN Document Locator Number
ERS Error Resolution System
FI Forms Identification
IRP Information Returns Processing
ISRP Integrated Submission and Remittance Processing System
OE Original Entry
P&A Planning and Analysis
PCD Program Completion Date
R&C Receipt and Control Operation
ROFTL Record of Federal Tax Liability
SCRIPS Service Center Recognition/Image Processing System
UW Unit-of-Work