[E-file Error Code R0000-901-01] How do I resolve it?

IRS Error Code: [R0000-901-01] 

Rejection Message:
The EIN and name control you entered do not match what the IRS has on file. Please review the information carefully and ensure it exactly matches the IRS records. If your organization’s name has changed recently, be sure to check the "Name Change" box.

What does it mean:

The name control of your business and the EIN doesn't match with the ones on the IRS records. Name Control is a four-character identifier derived from the organization's name. For instance, for an organization named "Ashton Foundation," the name control would be "ASHT." This is assigned by the IRS when the organization requests an Employer Identification Number (EIN).

In this case, these are two likely mistakes that would have led to the rejection of your return.

a. Incorrect EIN (or) 

b. Mistyped the organization name 

Either mistake or both will cause a mismatch in the name control.

Action Required:

• Verify the organization’s name and Employer Identification Number (EIN) against the IRS determination letter. 
• Check whether the organization has recently changed its name. 
• If a name change has occurred, ensure it is indicated by selecting the Name Change checkbox on the return.
   

Here's how you correct the mismatch in Name Control:

• From the home page, select the organization and the tax year.
• You need to click the 'Rejected by the IRS' button to find the list of errors for the rejected return. Then, click the 'Fix Me' button to resolve the rejection error. 
• Based on the filing type you have chosen, you can navigate to the corresponding page.
  • Interview-based filing - You'll be directed to the Update Organization page, where you can correct the EIN and/or organization name.
  • Form-based filing - You'll be directed to the Organization Information page, where you can correct the EIN and/or organization name.
• Review the details, and click the Transmit button to re-transmit your return to the IRS at no additional cost.

Note: We'll update you on the status of the return once we hear back from the IRS.

For any further assistance, we recommend contacting the IRS e-Help Desk Toll-Free Number 1-866-255-0654.