Simple IRA distribution same year contributed

[Mohamed]

I have a client who withdraws $10K from his Simple IRA plan, he contributed $9500 the same year, so basically he only withdraw $500 more than he contributed, any way he can avoid the 10% excess tax? 

[BobKamman]

Was the contribution within 60 days of the withdrawal?  

[Mohamed]

I don't have this info, i have the contribution amount from the W2 and withdrawal amount from the 1098R

[qbteachmt]

You cannot Net them against each other. Make sure to understand what are the distribution/withdrawal provisions first, for this person and for that account (because you stated SIMPLE IRA and there is a 25% tax potential) in addition to the 10% penalty you mentioned:

https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/retirement-plans-faqs-regarding-iras-distributions-withdrawals

Bob's question relates to the rollover provision. But contributions through the paycheck year are not likely to meet the rollover provision. You'll have to research the details to see what applies per this person's activities.