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New Member
posted Nov 16, 2019 5:57:59 AM

When I attempted to file my tax return via Netfile, I received a notice that "CRA was unable to accept" the file. WHY??

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Moderator
Jan 8, 2020 5:04:17 PM

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)'s NETFILE service goes down for maintenance overnight for about 3 hours. The time of the outage varies depending on your time zone. You can get more information from this CRA page: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/e-services-individuals/netfile-overview/hours-service.html

If you’re still having problems when filing when NETFILE is open, please post the exact message you're receiving when trying to submit your return so we may better assist you.

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Returning Member
Feb 27, 2020 5:59:23 PM

Hi, 

 

I've tried four times to Netfile and have been rejected four times. This message came with the "....unable to file" portion. One or more entries in your tax return require correction. The data entered is either invalid, or mandatory information is missing. If you are unable to resolve the issues, please contact your Software Developer.

New Member
Feb 29, 2020 4:26:35 AM

Message from the CRA:

 
 
Validation checks in Canada Revenue Agency's processing system prevent your return from being accepted for NETFILE. For you to receive all the benefits and deductions to which you are entitled and to verify our validations, the Canada Revenue Agency needs you to file a paper return and attach all pertinent slips and receipts. The Canada Revenue Agency regrets the inconvenience.

Level 15
Mar 3, 2020 2:03:57 PM

@graham - Were you successful in filing your return as of yet? If not, I would suggest you start a new return so that you can file without issues. 

New Member
Mar 7, 2020 10:07:19 PM

This is the message I get when attempting to NetFile.

Time attempted was 9:50 pm Pacific.

 

"We're sorry, the Canada Revenue Agency was unable to accept your NETFILE tax return."

 

I checked CRA site for downtime for my time zone =  Pacific Time Zone

 

Arthur

 

 

Intuit Alumni
Mar 12, 2020 5:45:17 PM

Please review these two links for information on NETFILE eligibility.

Canada Revenue Agency: NETFILE eligibility

TurboTax: Why am I not eligible to file my tax return using NETFILE?

New Member
Apr 14, 2021 3:41:07 AM

"We're sorry, the Canada Revenue Agency was unable to accept your NETFILE tax return."

 

Tried at 6:30am from Toronto.

 

 

New Member
Apr 14, 2021 12:50:46 PM

I am unable to file my tax return via netfile.  

Returning Member
Feb 28, 2023 6:30:39 PM

I have the same issue - I have tried 4 times including redoing the whole return from scratch!! Had no problem completing 2 other returns same night??

I have done this tax return every year without any issues?  Nothing has changed it is for my son.

 

 

New Member
Mar 1, 2023 1:21:02 PM

We're sorry, the Canada Revenue Agency was unable to accept your NETFILE tax return.

 

I tried submitting twice with no luck. Thanks!

Returning Member
Mar 1, 2023 4:25:52 PM

I have used Turbo Tax for Many Many Years!  This year I think there is a problem with their program software? I have seen several people comment on the same issue, we are having.

I will think twice next year about purchasing this program!  I don't even know how to get to talk to a person at Turbo Tax?  I hope you are able to solve your issue.  I will probably have to mail this one in to CRA.

 

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Mar 4, 2023 11:10:41 AM

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