2010 Valid XML Schemas and Business Rules for 1120, 1120S, 1120-F and 7004 Modernized e-File (MeF)
The links below provide information and technical guidance for software developers and transmitters who are interested in developing software for the Modernized e-File Forms 1120, 1120S, 1120-F and 7004 for Tax Year 2010. Included are the XML Schemas, Business Rules, Release Memorandums and specific instructions.
Developers and other Authorized IRS e-file Providers can find information on e-filing returns through MeF in Publications 4163 and Publication 4164. Test Scenarios for the 1120 family and the 7004 can be found in Publication 4162.
Directions for Corporations required to e-file can be found through the e-file for Large and Mid-Size Corporations website.
XML Schemas, Business Rules and Memo - Throughout the year, multiple versions of these documents may be in use at the same time. Special attention should be paid to the Release Memo issue date and the projected start and end dates for Assurance Testing System and Production.
Stylesheets -- Form 1120/1120S/1120-F Stylesheets can be downloaded for use in displaying XML tax return data.
Forms and Attachments Listing-- TY2010 Form 1120/1120S/1120-F/7004 Forms and Attachment Listing can be downloaded for your use.
Known Issues and Solutions: Known e-file issues and Solutions (2010)
| Version | Date Posted | ATS Dates | Production Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08-09-2011 |
Start Date: 08-21-2011 End Date: |
Start Date: 08-21-2011 End Date: |
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| 05-17-2011 |
Start Date: 06-12-2011 End Date: |
Start Date: 06-26-2011 End Date: |
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| 02-08-2011 |
Start Date: 02-28-2011 End Date: |
Start Date: 03-06-2011 End Date: |
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12-07-2010 |
Start Date: 12-27-2010 End Date: |
Start Date: 01-03-2011 End Date: |
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2010v2.1 |
10-26-2010 |
Start Date: 12-20-2010 End Date: |
Start Date: 01-03-2011 End Date: |
| 09-30-2010 |
Start Date: 12-06-2010 End Date: 12-19-2010 |
"Not valid for production" | |
| 08-18-2010 | Start Date: 11-01-2010
End Date: 12-05-2010 |
"Not valid for production" | |
| 07-20-2010 | Start Date: 11-01-2010
End Date: 12-05-2010 |
"Not valid for production" |
| Version | Date Posted | ATS Dates | Production Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-26-2010 |
Start Date: 12-20-2010 End Date: |
Start Date: 01-03-2011 End Date: |
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| 09-30-2010 |
Start Date: 12-06-2010 End Date: 12-19-2010 |
"Not valid for production" |
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| 07-20-2010 | Start Date:11-01-2010
End Date: 12-05-2010 |
"Not valid for production" |
Current Valid XML Schemas and Business Rules for 1120/1120S/1120-F and 7004
Modernized e-File (MeF) Schemas and Business Rules
