How To Fix F5A090 - Recon. acct missing for account &. Enter a recon. acct in master record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Recon. acct missing for account &. Enter a recon. acct in master record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A090 - Recon. acct missing for account &. Enter a recon. acct in master record ?

  The SAP error message F5A090 indicates that a reconciliation account is missing for a specific account in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a reconciliation account, but the account in question does not have a reconciliation account assigned in its master record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reconciliation Account: The account you are trying to use (usually a sub-ledger account) does not have a reconciliation account defined in its master data.
  Incorrect Account Type: The account type may not be set up correctly, or it may not be a valid reconciliation account.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the financial accounting settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the account in question has a reconciliation account assigned. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check the Account Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  Enter the account number and the company code.
  Check the settings in the "Control Data" tab to see if a reconciliation account is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign a Reconciliation Account:
  
  If the reconciliation account is missing, you will need to assign it. This is typically done by entering the appropriate reconciliation account in the master record.
  If you are dealing with a customer or vendor account, ensure that the reconciliation account is correctly set in the customer/vendor master record (transaction codes FD01/FD02 for customers and FK01/FK02 for vendors).
  
  
  
  Review Account Type:
  
  Ensure that the account type is set correctly. For example, if it is a customer account, it should be set as a receivable account, and for a vendor account, it should be set as a payable account.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about which reconciliation account to use, consult with your finance team or SAP configuration team to ensure that the correct accounts are set up according to your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Reconciliation Accounts: These are general ledger accounts that consolidate the balances of sub-ledger accounts (like customer and vendor accounts). They are crucial for ensuring that the financial statements reflect accurate balances.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  FD01/FD02: Customer Master Record
  FK01/FK02: Vendor Master Record
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on account master records and reconciliation accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.