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Notice code 583
Notice code 583 (Default) — You may not file or combine both Schedule L and Schedule A on your tax return. We changed your retur…
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583
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What the IRS language says
You may not file or combine both Schedule L and Schedule A on your tax return. We changed your return to use the schedule that provided the greatest reduction to your taxable income.
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