How to resolve Lacerte diagnostic ref 34610 Ohio - To claim the passthrough entity credit submit a copy

This article will help to resolve the following Ohio diagnostic:

• e-file: To claim the pass-through entity credit you must submit a copy of the Schedule K-1. This can be done by either attaching a PDF copy or indicating that a copy has been /will be faxed by checking the box "Supporting Documentation for Credits Faxed to State" in Other Credits Screen. (ref. #34610)

This diagnostic can be cleared in two different ways. The K-1 can be attached to the return as a PDF, or it can be faxed in separately to the state.

To attach the K-1 as a PDF:

1. Create a PDF copy of the K-1 and save to your computer.
2. Within the return, go to Screen 4, Electronic Filing, then select the PDF Attachment button at the beginning of the section.
3. Next, select the Attach PDF button.
4. Select Browse Files and select the PDF attachment.
5. Double-click on the PDF file and select OK on the e-file attachment box.
6. In the Ohio IT-1140 Information section of the screen, select the box Send PDF attachment with Ohio IT-1140 return.
7. In the dropdown menu for Form IT-4708, line or instruction reference select Pass-Through Entity Credit.

To fax a copy of the K-1:

1. Go to Screen 53, Other Credits.
2. Select Ohio from the top-left St. Credits menu.
3. Scroll down and select the box Supporting documentation for credits faxed to state.

Both of these options will clear the diagnostic from the return.