The TaxACT program uses the entries made for all Forms 1099-R to calculate the amounts that appear on Lines 15 and 16 of IRS Form 1040. If you believe an amount regarding your retirement plan income is incorrect on Form 1040, you may find it helpful to review your Form 1099-R entries.
To enter or review Form 1099-R Distributions from Retirement Plans in the TaxACT program:
Changing any of the key entries listed on Form 1099-R may affect the outcome of the tax return. These key entries include Boxes 1, 2a, 2b, 7 (both the numeric and alpha codes) and the IRA/SEP/SIMPLE checkbox.
For example, if the taxable portion of the distribution is not appearing on Lines 15b or 16b, this may be because Boxes 2a and/or 2b are not properly filled out. Another example would be if you notice an IRA distribution amount appearing on Line 16 instead of Line 15. You would then want to ensure the IRA/SEP/SIMPLE box is checked.
Also, be sure to watch for additional questions relating to the following items, if applicable in your situation: