How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI650 - Reconciliation system not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 650

• Message text: Reconciliation system 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_GUI650 - Reconciliation system not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI650 indicates that there is a missing reconciliation system for a specific 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 the system expects a reconciliation system to be defined for a specific recipient item in the purchase order, but it is not found. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The reconciliation account for the vendor or customer may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, lacking the necessary reconciliation account.
  PO Configuration Issues: The purchase order itself may not have the required settings or may reference an invalid account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master data in SAP (transaction codes like XK03 for vendors or XD03 for customers).
  Ensure that the reconciliation account is correctly assigned in the master data.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Configuration:
  
  Open the purchase order in question (transaction code ME23N).
  Check the details of the recipient item and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Reconciliation Account Settings:
  
  Ensure that the reconciliation account is defined in the relevant configuration settings (transaction code OB40 for account determination).
  Make sure that the account is active and correctly linked to the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to check for any underlying configuration issues or system settings that may be affecting the reconciliation process.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes or Patches:
  
  Sometimes, specific errors may be addressed in SAP Notes or patches. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), XK03 (Display Vendor), and OB40 (Account Determination).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to reconciliation accounts and purchase order processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI650.