How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI649 - Reconciliation date not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Reconciliation date not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI649 - Reconciliation date not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI649 indicates that a reconciliation date has not been specified for a recipient item in a purchase order (PO). This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts payable or reconciliation processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A purchase order item is set up for reconciliation, but the required reconciliation date has not been entered.
  The system expects a reconciliation date to be specified for the recipient item, which is necessary for processing payments or reconciling accounts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Order:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME23N (Display Purchase Order) and enter the relevant purchase order number.
  Review the item details to see if the reconciliation date is missing.
  
  
  
  Specify the Reconciliation Date:
  
  If the reconciliation date is indeed missing, you will need to enter it. This can typically be done in the purchase order item details.
  Navigate to the relevant item and look for a field labeled "Reconciliation Date" or similar. Enter the appropriate date.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the reconciliation date, save the changes to the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction:
  
  Once the reconciliation date is specified, try to reprocess the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order (if you need to update the PO)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Help documentation for more details on reconciliation processes and requirements for purchase orders.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to edit purchase orders and enter reconciliation dates.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate reconciliation date to enter, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.