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wilsonpop
March 28, 2025
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why is 1099-NEC requiring EIN

  • March 28, 2025
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It worked fine 2 days ago and now it won't allow me to proceed without providing my payor's EIN (already entered their SSN) - they don't have one.

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    RobertB4444
    March 28, 2025

    No one is supposed to issue a 1099-NEC without first getting an EIN from the IRS.  You should let your payor know that.

     

    For now, go back to the 1099-NEC and change the number that you entered.  Enter it like this XX-XXXXXXX.  It won't matter if it is a social security number if you enter it in that format.  

     

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