Netfile Error 50

 

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Netfile Error 50: "The entry for the street address contains an invalid character(s). Please refer to Chapter 1 of the Electronic Filers Manual for a listing of acceptable characters for this field" Resolution: As shown above Tax Info Source: www.cra.gc.ca
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Relevant Material: "NETFILE errors indicate that your electronic tax return submission to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or Revenu Québec was rejected. The significance of these errors is that your tax return has not been successfully filed and requires correction before it can be processed. 

Significance of NETFILE Errors
  • Your return is not filed: An error message means the CRA has not accepted your return for processing.
  • Potential for penalties and interest: If errors prevent you from filing by the tax deadline, you may face late-filing penalties and arrears interest, although the CRA has provided relief for certain widespread technical issues in some tax years.
  • Delays in refunds/benefits: A rejected return delays the processing of any potential refund or the calculation of benefits.
  • Account Lockout: Multiple failed submission attempts (usually five) can lock your CRA account, requiring you to contact the CRA directly to regain access. 
Common NETFILE Errors and Solutions
NETFILE errors generally fall into two categories: data mismatch errors (information in your return does not match CRA records) and technical or validation errors (issues with the tax software's calculation or the CRA system). 
Error Type Example Error CodeDescription and SignificanceSolution
Identity/Info MismatchError 43, 346Mismatched personal information (Name, SIN, DOB, Marital Status) or immigration date with CRA records.Verify your personal information entered in the software against your official documents and CRA My Account. If CRA records are incorrect, you must contact the CRA at 1-800-959-8281 to correct them.
Account AccessError 131, Code 15Your account is locked due to too many failed login or submission attempts.Contact the CRA by phone to unlock your NETFILE account. Avoid repeated submissions while an error persists.
Data/CalculationError 2197, 45555Exceeding RRSP deduction limits, or issues with specific line calculations (e.g., CPP/OAS contributions/months).Review the specific line item in your tax return. You may need to adjust the entry to align with limits or use a CRA-approved workaround provided by your tax software vendor.
Already Filed(No specific code, but a message)The CRA indicates your return has already been received.Confirm you haven't filed elsewhere. If you have not, contact the CRA immediately to report potential identity theft or an error in their system.
For a comprehensive list of error codes and specific resolutions, refer to the help section of your certified tax software (e.g., H&R Block, TurboTax, CloudTax), or the..." (Google) 
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