Define Reporting Transaction Type

Explanation

This activity is used to define reporting transaction types. Reporting transaction types are used to differentiate transactions from different sources in the Group Consolidation process, e.g. reported balances and adjustment journals. Note that a reporting transaction type cannot be removed if it is connected to a reporting entity

The Allow Currency Rate Modifications option makes it possible to modify the default period rate and or amount in reporting entity currency when entering adjustment journal rows. Note that this option can only be selected for reporting transaction types with Adjustment function.

Prerequisites

In order to perform this activity, a master company (i.e. a company with the Master Company for Group Consolidation option enabled) should exist.

System Effects

As a result of this activity, reporting transaction types will be available in the system to be used in the Group Consolidation process.