$0 in w2 box 1 error

[parvitstax]

How do I bypass this error to file electronically? Do I just put $1? The w2 in question is an IHSS employee whose wages are not subject to tax.

[ljr]

just put $1

[Just-Lisa-Now-]

If theres nothing in Box 1, why are you including it in the return?

[parvitstax]

There's items in every other box. Is that normal to exclude a w2 if box 1 and 2 are empty? I always thought you have to report all boxes. 

[Just-Lisa-Now- · Accepted solution]

Unless theyve got excess SS taxes withheld due to multiple employers, if Box 1 is empty, theres nothing to report on the tax return.

[The_AntiTax_Man]

2021 W2 may have one or more items listed in box 12.

Enter $1 in box 1 and it can be e-filed.