Code 781: defaulted account compromise.
From IRS Document 6209, the IRS's processing codes manual.
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Defaulted Account Compromise
The full Document 6209 entry, as printed
I/B Defaulted Account Compromise 77 Defaulted or Rescinded Account Compromise Reverses all previously posted TC 780 transactions in the module. OIC Transcript is issued in cycle of posting and discontinues further OIC Transcripts. IMF/IRAF: Releases Credit/Debit Interest, FTP Restrictions and 780/480 Indicators. BMF: Releases interest and FTPP computation restrictions
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Document 6209 calls it "Defaulted Account Compromise".
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