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ez1095 Software: How to Validate the XML eFile Documents
(for 2023 and previous Versions)

(For ez1095 2024 and later versions, please follow this updated guide for XML validation.)

With ez1095 software, you can print and file 1095C, 1094C, 1095B and 1094B ACA forms with peace of mind.



Step 1: Generate efile XML documents

1.1 Start ez1095, set up company, enter form information and open the efile screen. (More information can be found from ez1095 Quick Start Guide)

To use this XML validation feature, you should generate the XML files with valid information, such as valid TCC, EIN and other information.

1.2 Create a new data folder on your computer that you can access easily. (For example: C:/20XX_ACA)

1.3 Change the file directory which is at the bottom of the efile screen.

1.4 Click "Save Data"

1.5 Click "Create File"



1.6 Open the file folder, you will find two files.

  • "Manifest_soapheader_xxxxxx.xml"
    This is the manifest file.

  • "1094X_Request_YourTCC_xxxxx.xml".
    This is the data file.

    • Step 2: Validate XML files

    2.1 Click ez1095 top menu "Current Company" then Click the sub menu "Validate EFile XML" to view Validate EFILE screen.

    2.2 Select the XML file you want to check

    2.3 Click the "Validate" button

    2.4 If there are error(s), you will see detailed information from message board.



    Step 3: Troubleshooting

    3.1 Refer to this guide to identify the error and resolve it.

  • Common XML File Errors and Solutions

  • How to read XML file data by line number with NOTEPAD application


    • 3.2 Remove the old XML files from the folder, create the new XML files and validate.

    3.3 Submit to the IRS.

    - How to submit ACA files to IRS by yourself with your own IRS account and TCC

    - How to submit ACA files to IRS with halfpricesoft efiling service

    Related Links

  • How to prepare, print and e-file Form 1094/1095-C and 1094/1095-B?
    • (Regular submissions, corrections, and replacements for both current and prior years, for both IRS and state agencies)

  • How to File 1095 ACA Forms Electronically to the IRS without a TCC?

  • How to import data?

  • Data sharing (for multiple-user version)?

  • How to pass ACA Testing (for new e-filers)?

  • How to validate XML files before submitting to IRS?

  • Steps to take if the ACA form submission is rejected or accepted with errors



    • Other Forms

  • How to print and efile form W-2?

  • How to print and efile form 1099-nec?

  • How to file form 1099-misc, nec, div, oid and more?