How To Fix F5354 - Account & in company code & cannot be directly posted to

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Account & in company code & cannot be directly posted to

What causes this issue?

Account "&v1&" in company code "&v2&" is marked as a reconciliation
account for account type "&v3&" and cannot therefore be directly posted
to.

System Response

Error

How to fix this error?

Select a different account.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5354 - Account & in company code & cannot be directly posted to ?

  The SAP error message F5354 indicates that a specific account in a particular company code cannot be directly posted to. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to post a transaction to an account that has restrictions or is not configured to allow direct postings.
  Causes:
  
  Account Type Restrictions: The account may be a balance sheet account that is configured to not allow direct postings. For example, certain accounts like asset accounts or clearing accounts may have restrictions.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new transactions from being posted to that account.
  Account Configuration: The account may be set up in a way that it requires specific types of transactions (e.g., only through certain document types).
  Company Code Settings: The company code settings may restrict postings to certain accounts based on the configuration.
  Account Group Settings: The account group associated with the account may have settings that prevent direct postings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Configuration: Review the configuration of the account in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to allow direct postings if that is the intended use.
  
  Transaction Code: FS00 (to view and edit the account master data).
  
  
  Review Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to post. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  Use Correct Document Type: If the account requires specific document types for postings, ensure that you are using the correct document type.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the account's configuration or the reason for the restriction, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the business rules behind the account's setup.
  Use Alternative Posting Methods: If direct posting is not allowed, consider using alternative methods such as journal entries or other transaction types that are permitted for that account.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Display/Change G/L Account Master Data
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand the implications of account settings and posting rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.