IRS account adjustment | Account balance modified

Industry

IRS / Tax

Canonical

/irs-tax/error-codes/irs-account-adjustment/

Last Updated

Feb 25, 2026

Summary

This status indicates that the IRS has modified the account balance due to review or correction.

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What This Code Means

“IRS account adjustment” reflects that changes were applied to the account affecting tax, credits, or interest. It signals administrative recalculation within IRS systems. The adjustment may increase or decrease the balance. The status itself does not indicate the reason; transcript entries provide specific transaction codes. It represents account modification activity.

Where Users Usually See This Code

On IRS account transcripts
After review or amended return processing
During refund recalculation

Why This Code Appears

Correction of reported amounts
Review procedures completed
Administrative recalculation required
Credit or payment reallocation occurred

What Typically Happens Next

Balance may increase or decrease
Refund issuance may occur if overpayment results
Notice entries may appear

What This Code Is Not

It is not a freeze
It is not automatic audit
It does not indicate fraud

Troubleshooting Checklist

□ Review specific transaction codes
□ Confirm updated balances
□ Monitor for refund issuance
□ Consult official IRS resources if needed

Notes And Edge Cases

Adjustments may involve multiple transaction entries. Reviewing chronological transcript entries clarifies cumulative impact. The term itself is general and requires context.

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