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Non–Examined Accepting a tax return as filed during the initial screening or classification or by survey (other than the survey of a claim). A non–examined case is given a “short closing’’ to close the return off the AIMS system.

Non–Computed Taxpayer files an incomplete tax return. He signs the return and attaches Forms W–2. The computer will calculate the tax and issue a notice. The notice will advise the taxpayer whether he owes tax or will receive a refund. If the return appears on the error register, a non–compute code of “2” will be… Continue reading Non–Computed

Net Tax Refund Report (NTRR) A report generated at each service center stating the net tax refund amounts.

Name Control The first 4 letters of the taxpayer’s last name (in the case of individuals) and the first 4 letters of the business name (in the case of partnership, corporations etc.). The name control is used to check master file and assure that the TIN corresponds with the proper taxpayer.

Modem A device for converting signals to be transferred over telephone lines.

Microfilm Serial Number This is a 10–digit number assigned to FTD’s during the OCR scanning process. This has increased to a 12 digit number during SCRIPS processing.

Microfilm Replacement System (MRS) The Microfilm Replacement System (MRS) is a realtime mode that supports a myriad of functions. It is accessed through, and provides direct retrieval of master file data, via IDRS realtime and DIS or Zilog input. This automated system replaced most microfilm research of tax data in the service center district office.… Continue reading Microfilm Replacement System (MRS)

Master File Tax Code (MFT) The MFT reduces the numerous types of tax to a two digit code

Master File (MF) A magnetic tape record containing all information regarding the taxpayer’s filing of returns and related documents.

Master Control Record (MCR) This is basically the DLN and ABC identifier along with other block header information of a given block. This data is gathered through input from DIS, OCR, RPS and IDRS to create the block on the SCCF. This allows for identification of a block of work from its inception. If the… Continue reading Master Control Record (MCR)