How To Fix EK271 - No reconciliation key specified; Make entry

EK271 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 271

• Message text: No reconciliation key specified; Make entry

What causes this issue?

The reconciliation key is assigned through user exit 1113. Tables
TFK001C and TFK001U are used for this, depending on the attributes of
the exit.

System Response

If no reconciliation key is assigned, an error message is displayed.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the table entries that are required by the attributes of the
exit.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EK271 - Details

• The SAP error message EK271 ("No reconciliation key specified; Make entry") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with invoice verification or when trying to post a goods receipt. This error indicates that the system expects a reconciliation key to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reconciliation Key: The reconciliation key is often required for certain transactions to link the accounting entries with the purchasing documents. If this key is not provided, the system cannot proceed with the transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a reconciliation key for specific document types or processes.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the reconciliation key in the relevant field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Reconciliation Key: When prompted with the error, check the relevant fields in the transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that you enter a valid reconciliation key.
  Check Configuration: