It’s Saturday morning. The coffee is brewing, and millions of us rushed to check the “Where’s My Refund” (WMR) tool on the IRS app, expecting to finally see that glorious “Refund Sent” bar.
But for many, the bar didn’t move. Or worse, it disappeared entirely.
Social media is exploding right now with reports of the dreaded “Tax Topic 152” and “Code 570” appearing on transcripts overnight. If your status changed this morning, you are not alone.
Here is the breakdown of what happened in the massive “Saturday Batch” update and what your new code actually means.
The “Saturday Slide”: What Just Happened?
The IRS typically updates “Weekly” accounts on Friday nights, meaning the changes show up on WMR by Saturday morning.
However, reports from IBTimes and user data indicate a massive glitch in the ID.me verification system has paused processing for over 400,000 returns this weekend.
- The Good News: If you see Code 846, your money is coming next week.
- The Bad News: If you see Code 570, your refund is “frozen” until you take action.
Saturday Status Cheat Sheet (Decodes)
Use this table to instantly understand your new status without calling the IRS (which is closed today anyway).
| Code / Message | What It Means | Action Required? |
| Code 846 | Refund Issued! 💰 | NO. Just wait for the deposit (usually 2-4 days). |
| Code 570 | Refund Frozen ❄️ | YES. You likely need to verify your identity. |
| Code 971 | Notice Sent 📩 | YES. Watch your mail for a letter (CP05 or 4464C). |
| Tax Topic 152 | Still Processing ⏳ | NO. Standard processing message. Don’t panic. |
| Topic 151 | Appeal Rights ⚠️ | YES. Your refund is being reduced (offset) for debts. |
Why Is My Bar Missing?
If your WMR bar disappeared completely and you only see text, this is often a “good sign” disguised as a glitch. It usually means the system is transitioning your file from “Processing” to “Approved.”
Check Your Transcript Instead: The WMR tool is often laggy. For the real truth, you must check your IRS Transcript.
- Official Link: Get Your Tax Record (IRS.gov)
How to “Unfreeze” Code 570 Today
If you woke up to a 570 Freeze Code, 90% of the time it is an identity issue. The IRS computer flagged your return because you logged in from a new device or address.
To fix this:
- Log in to ID.me immediately.
- Check for any orange “Action Required” banners.
- Official Support: ID.me Help Center
Don’t wait for the letter. Check your account now. We will update this story as more deposit dates drop throughout the day.
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