F1041-082 e-file error

If checkbox 'DiscussWithPaidPreparerInd' in the Return Header is checked, then the 'PhoneNumber' or 'ForeignPhoneNumber' must have a value.
You've answered yes to the "May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer?" question, but there isn't a preparer phone number provided.

Solution

If you've answered yes on
May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown below?
on Form 1041, Page 1 you must provide a preparer/firm phone number.
  1. Choose Setup, then System Configuration.
  2. Add the firm's phone number to the Phone column.
OR
  1. Open the return and go to the general folder.
  2. On the 1041 screen, remove the code in the
    IRS may discuss return with preparer
    field.
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