How To Fix K5082 - Reconciliation account given instead of cost element: Lengthy processing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K5 - CO Reconciliation Ledger

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Reconciliation account given instead of cost element: Lengthy processing.

What causes this issue?

CO documents are to be read, but only an adjustment account and no cost
element has been specified.

System Response

For CO documents of every cost element, you have to check whether the
enhanced account determination provides reconciliation account &V1&.
This activity can be very time-consuming, depending on the volume of
data.

How to fix this error?

Decide whether you want to continue or cancel processing.
Note: If this message was triggered by report '5AF2'
(Cost and Revenue Element Accounting: Information System -> Report
selection
Reconciliation ledger -> Reconciliation -> FI/CO reconciliation in
group curr.),
select a line and position the cursor on a cost element before you
perform the 'Call report' function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K5082 - Reconciliation account given instead of cost element: Lengthy processing. ?

  The SAP error message K5082, which states "Reconciliation account given instead of cost element: Lengthy processing," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and can be related to the configuration of cost elements and reconciliation accounts in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises when a reconciliation account is mistakenly used in a context where a cost element is expected. This can happen if the system is trying to post costs to a reconciliation account instead of a proper cost element.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup, such as incorrect assignment of cost elements to cost centers or internal orders.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be compatible with the type of account being used, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment:
  
  Review the account assignment in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure