How To Fix >5246 - Enter a reconciliation key

>5246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Enter a reconciliation key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5246 - Enter a reconciliation key ?

  The SAP error message 5246: "Enter a reconciliation key" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts that require reconciliation. This error indicates that the system expects a reconciliation key to be entered for a specific transaction or document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reconciliation Key: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a reconciliation key in the relevant field. This key is often required for transactions involving accounts that need to be reconciled, such as accounts payable or accounts receivable.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a reconciliation key for certain types of transactions, and these settings may not be aligned with the user's input.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may inherently require a reconciliation key, and if it is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Reconciliation Key: The most straightforward