Tried to e-file "2021" Joint return with Primary taxpayer and with spouse who died in 2021.

Identified date of death of spouse in the return.

Reject said Spouse SSN was locked by SSA because it belongs to someone who is deceased.

Doesn't offer much solution in the reject other than contact SSA.  Not sure if that means to get them to unlock.

Also mentions about printing the return and mailing to the appropriate service center.

Any insights appreciated.? 

Thanks!

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