Description of Issue
- What do I need to pick for the file format for my W-2 Electronic File?
- I'm getting errors submitting my state electronic file. - Error "File is missing requires Montana RS30 record. Please recreate the file with RS record and resubmit"
- How do I create an electronic W2 file for my state?
Context
- Munis
- W-2 Wizard
- Create W-2 Electronic File
Cause
Not selecting the correct W-2 file format.
Resolution
- Go to W-2 Wizard. (Payroll>W-2 and 1099-R Processing>W-2 Wizard)
- Click on Step 7. Electronic File in the Menu.
- For the Federal File select Format Code FDWM - FEDERAL W2 EFW2
- For the State File, select the Format Code for your State. If your state is not listed, select format SGWM - STATE GENERAL W2 EFW2
Additional Information
- Some states have a specific state file format they will need to select.
- For the Federal File, and most state files, click the box for CR/LF at End of Record to have carriage returns at the end of each line in the file
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