How To Fix F5377 - Account & & is not a reconciliation account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 377

• Message text: Account & & is not a reconciliation account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5377 - Account & & is not a reconciliation account ?

  The SAP error message F5377 indicates that the account you are trying to use is not a reconciliation account. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where a reconciliation account is expected, such as in accounts payable or accounts receivable.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Type: The account you are trying to post to is not set up as a reconciliation account in the system. Reconciliation accounts are special general ledger accounts that are used to aggregate the balances of sub-ledgers (like customer or vendor accounts).
  Account Configuration: The account may not be configured correctly in the chart of accounts or may not be linked to the appropriate sub-ledger.
  Posting to a Non-Reconciliation Account: You might be attempting to post a transaction that requires a reconciliation account, but the account specified is not designated as such.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the account master data in SAP (transaction code FS00).
  Verify that the account in question is set up as a reconciliation account. This can be checked in the account type settings.
  Ensure that the account is linked to the appropriate sub-ledger (e.g., customer or vendor).
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Account:
  
  If you are trying to post to a specific account, ensure that you are using a valid reconciliation account. You may need to consult with your finance team to identify the correct account to use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Logic:
  
  If the transaction logic allows, consider adjusting the posting to use a different account that is a reconciliation account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Reconciliation Accounts: These are general ledger accounts that consolidate the balances of sub-ledger accounts. For example, in accounts receivable, the reconciliation account aggregates all customer balances.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (to display/change G/L account master data) and FBL1N/FBL5N (to display vendor/customer line items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error F5377.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.