How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI642 - Reconciliation appl. not specified for ordering party item &2 (PO &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Reconciliation appl. not specified for ordering party item &2 (PO &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI642 - Reconciliation appl. not specified for ordering party item &2 (PO &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI642 indicates that there is a missing reconciliation application for the ordering party item in a purchase order (PO). This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions and can affect the processing of purchase orders, especially in scenarios involving account assignments or reconciliation accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The reconciliation application for the specified ordering party item is not defined in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the configuration of the financial accounting module.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not be properly set up, leading to the absence of a reconciliation account.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the purchase order, such as incorrect account assignments or missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for reconciliation accounts in the SAP system. Ensure that the reconciliation application is properly defined for the relevant ordering party.
  You can check the configuration in the following path: SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Master Data -> G/L Accounts -> Prepare G/L Accounts for Posting.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify the vendor or customer master data associated with the purchase order. Ensure that the reconciliation account is correctly assigned.
  You can check the master data using transaction codes like XK03 (for vendor) or FD03 (for customer).
  
  
  
  Correct Purchase Order:
  
  Review the purchase order (PO) in question (using transaction code ME23N) and check the account assignment details. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  If there are any discrepancies, correct them and try processing the PO again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to this specific error message for additional insights or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) for managing purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant master data and purchase orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI642.