How To Fix F5144 - Reconcil.acct is missing in master record; correct master record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Reconcil.acct is missing in master record; correct master record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5144 - Reconcil.acct is missing in master record; correct master record ?

  The SAP error message F5144 indicates that a reconciliation account is missing in the master record of a specific account. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with accounts payable or accounts receivable. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reconciliation Account: The master record for a customer or vendor does not have a reconciliation account assigned. This is essential for proper financial reporting and integration with the general ledger.
  Incorrect Configuration: The account type may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to the absence of a reconciliation account.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the master record, the reconciliation account may not have been entered or was inadvertently deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Record:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master record (Customer or Vendor).
  Use transaction codes such as FD03 (Display Customer) or FK03 (Display Vendor) to view the details.
  Verify if the reconciliation account field is populated.
  
  
  
  Update Master Record:
  
  If the reconciliation account is missing, you can update the master record using transaction codes FD02 (Change Customer) or FK02 (Change Vendor).
  Enter the appropriate reconciliation account in the relevant field and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Ensure that the account type is correctly configured in the system. This can be done through the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code OBY6 for reconciliation accounts).
  Make sure that the account type (e.g., customer or vendor) is linked to the correct reconciliation account in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on managing master records and reconciliation accounts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Reconciliation Accounts: These are general ledger accounts that aggregate the balances of all sub-ledger accounts (like customer and vendor accounts). They ensure that the financial statements reflect the correct balances.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FD03 - Display Customer
  FD02 - Change Customer
  FK03 - Display Vendor
  FK02 - Change Vendor
  OBY6 - Configuration for Reconciliation Accounts
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit master records in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5144 error and ensure that the reconciliation account is correctly assigned in the master record.