How To Fix 56_S4009 - Empl. number &1: no entry in /SHCM/RECON -> no reconc. account found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56_S4 - Travel in S4

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Empl. number &1: no entry in /SHCM/RECON -> no reconc. account found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56_S4009 - Empl. number &1: no entry in /SHCM/RECON -> no reconc. account found. ?

  The SAP error message 56_S4009 indicates that there is no entry found for the specified employee number in the reconciliation table /SHCM/RECON. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employee data and reconciliation processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reconciliation Entry: The primary cause of this error is that there is no corresponding entry for the employee number in the reconciliation table /SHCM/RECON. This could happen if the employee has not been set up correctly in the system or if the reconciliation data has not been maintained.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the reconciliation data was not transferred correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the reconciliation account from being assigned to the employee.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that the employee number provided in the error message exists in the system and is active. You can do this by checking the employee master data in the SAP HCM module.
  Maintain Reconciliation Data: If the employee does not have an entry in the /SHCM/RECON table, you will need to create one. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction codes or by using the appropriate infotypes (e.g., infotype 0014 for recurring payments).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for reconciliation accounts is set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Data Migration Review: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary data was transferred correctly, including reconciliation entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the contents of the /SHCM/RECON table.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.