IRS HUB TESTING - REJECT IND-515-01 (01/16/2026)

We are aware of a large number of returns getting this reject code today.

Reject IND-515-01

IND-515-01: The Primary SSN in the Return Header must not be the same as the Primary SSN in another return filed for the same tax year.;

You may see the following IRS rejection due to the IRS’s issues:

Our programmers are still working on the issue with IND-515-01. Please do not resubmit any rejected returns at this time.

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