Software Developers,
A few of you have reached out about the state winnings info (box 14) being blank on the W2G for a few different gambling entities in Ohio. Seeing that the OH-PIT-054 error code has one of the highest error code populations so far this season, we thought we’d share our recommendation with all partners.
When W2Gs have an empty box 14 (state winnings), users should then enter the amount from box #1 (Reportable winnings) in its place.
It appears some of the companies that produce the W2Gs for these Ohio gambling entities may see filling in box 14 as being redundant because the amount is the same as box #1. Similar to situation with 1099Rs when box 16 (state distribution) is blank but boxes 14 (state tax withheld) & 15 (state/payers state #) have information, its recommended the user enter the amount from box 1 (gross distribution).
Please let us know if you have any questions.