What code should be used for a distribution from a 401k plan into a Roth IRA with the participant requesting 20% federal tax withholding?
I realize that if the participant does not request any withholdings, we use code G and indicate that the distribution amount is taxable. However, the issue that I have is that when a participant requests a 20% withholding, shouldn't that 20% amount be considered a distribution (early or otherwise, depending on age)? And if so, it does not seem like it would be possible to send only one 1099-R request with those instructions since code G cannot be used with code 1 (or 7, again depending on age). Should there be two 1099-R requests filed?