To verify the estimated tax direct debit account period is correct, you will want to review the E-file Viewer and ‘Full XML’ for the estimate. 

  1. Choose the tax return and click on E-file Viewer

 

2. When e-file Viewer clicked below window will appear. It will list all the periods set up for efiling. 

 

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3. Choose the estimate “full XML”. The details will appear on right-hand side. Since the e-file viewer XML is the exact script the jurisdiction receives, this will be the best area to confirm the AccountingPeriod dates are correct.  Below screenshot is showing 2022 as an accounting period which is CA Q3 estimated tax will be for 2022 tax years.Graphical user interface, text, application

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