Schedule A, line 16 contains an erroneous description of "Other Itemized Deductions."
The only acceptable descriptions for the amount(s) entered on Schedule A, line 16 are listed in the error message text. They are the descriptions shown in the "enumeration" and include the following (possibly more):
- AMORTIZABLE BOND PREMIUMS
- CASUALTY AND THEFT LOSS
- FEDERAL ESTATE TAX
- GAMBLING LOSSES
- IMPAIRMENT-RELATED WORK EXPENSES
- CLAIM REPAYMENTS
- UNRECOVERED PENSION INVESTMENTS
- SCHEDULE K-1
- ORDINARY LOSS DEBT INSTRUMENT
- NET QUALIFIED DISASTER LOSS
- STANDARD DEDUCTION CLAIMED WITH QUALIFIED DISASTER LOSS
- EXCESS DEDUCTION ON TERMINATION
Note: These descriptions must be entered EXACTLY AS SHOWN. Any misspellings, extra spaces, or punctuation will cause the return to reject.
The above descriptions are from various forms and publications, including Schedule A. Those forms and publications should have led you enter a description and amount on line 16.
If you do not recognize these descriptions as applying to your tax situation, you may not be eligible to place any information on Schedule A, line 16 and claim a line 16 deduction. Consult a tax professional if you have any questions about line 16 deductions.
The Line-By-Line instructions, for Schedule A, describe line 16 in detail.
Make your correction(s) and resubmit.
If you are making a payment, you may have to re-date Step 3, Payment Options.