Error Message: “W-2 – required field missing” when verifying a return

Error Message: “W-2 – required field missing” when verifying a return

SYMPTOMS

When verifying a return, the following error message appears:
‘W-2 Required Field Missing’

CAUSE

This behavior can occur when adding a W-2 with a Code J.

RESOLUTION

Non-taxable third party sick pay is not reported on the tax return. The W-2 can be deleted.