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What is one of the key responsibilities of an intermediate consolidation consultant?
What is one of the key responsibilities of an intermediate consolidation consultant?
Which table is populated by the preparation ledger in group reporting?
Which table is populated by the preparation ledger in group reporting?
What functionality does the version consolidation version provide?
What functionality does the version consolidation version provide?
What is the purpose of posting levels in group reporting?
What is the purpose of posting levels in group reporting?
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Which product does SAP offer for group reporting?
Which product does SAP offer for group reporting?
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Which aspect is NOT part of an intermediate consultant's consolidation responsibilities?
Which aspect is NOT part of an intermediate consultant's consolidation responsibilities?
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How are consolidation units derived in group reporting?
How are consolidation units derived in group reporting?
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What is the primary function of the running balance carryforward process?
What is the primary function of the running balance carryforward process?
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What function does currency translation perform in group reporting?
What function does currency translation perform in group reporting?
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How are intercompany eliminations processed during consolidation?
How are intercompany eliminations processed during consolidation?
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Which report displays revenue net of eliminations by entity?
Which report displays revenue net of eliminations by entity?
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What step must be taken before running tasks for corporate close at ABC Corporation?
What step must be taken before running tasks for corporate close at ABC Corporation?
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Which of the following is NOT a part of the group reporting process?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the group reporting process?
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What does the Group Data Analysis app in SAP Fiori help with?
What does the Group Data Analysis app in SAP Fiori help with?
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What type of data must be updated in the financial statement items master data?
What type of data must be updated in the financial statement items master data?
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Which consolidation method supports acquisition and divestitures?
Which consolidation method supports acquisition and divestitures?
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Which table contains posting level records for data release?
Which table contains posting level records for data release?
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The ownership structure in group reporting affects which aspect?
The ownership structure in group reporting affects which aspect?
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What is the primary goal of the data preparation step in the group reporting process?
What is the primary goal of the data preparation step in the group reporting process?
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What does the consolidation monitor primarily assist in?
What does the consolidation monitor primarily assist in?
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Which app serves as a comprehensive source for various financial statements?
Which app serves as a comprehensive source for various financial statements?
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In which phase does reporting occur throughout the group reporting process?
In which phase does reporting occur throughout the group reporting process?
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Study Notes
Intermediate Consolidation Consultant Responsibilities
- Anthony's new role involves consolidation tasks during the corporate close.
- Key responsibilities include data acquisition, preparation, intercompany transaction matching and elimination, investment consolidation, reporting consolidated data, and balance carryforward.
- SAP software knowledge is essential for these tasks.
SAP S/4HANA Cloud for Group Reporting
- ABC Corporation recently implemented group reporting, using SAP S/4HANA.
- The system is configured and ready to run consolidation tasks and monitor closing tasks.
- Group reports are used for analysis and result confirmation.
- SAP S/4HANA Cloud and on-premise (SAP S/4HANA Finance) solutions are covered, and functionality is equivalent.
Group Reporting Key Concepts
- The preparation ledger populates group reporting fields (e.g., ACDOCA table) and uses accounting rules to create consolidation units (e.g., USPC1 from company code U.S. and profit center PC1).
- Posting levels categorize data by stages (reported, standardized, eliminated, consolidated).
- Consolidation versions distinguish actual/plan data, select group currency, and determine the accounting ledger.
- Extension versions support multiple currencies for restatements/simulations.
- Currency translation converts local currencies to the group currency.
- Intercompany eliminations (dividends, accounts payable/receivable, inventory profit/revenue/costs) are automated.
- Consolidation views show totals by entity (including elimination entities).
- Contribution views display revenue net of eliminations.
- Matrix consolidation provides legal and management reports without redundancy.
- Investment consolidations automate postings for acquisitions, capital changes, divestures, transfers, and mergers. Support for purchase and equity methods are available.
Reporting and Data Flow
- Reports can be generated using SAP Fiori apps (Group Data Analysis, Review Booklet), SAP Analysis for Office (Excel), and SAP Analytics Cloud (option for special reporting, e.g., cash flow, comprehensive income).
- Data flows from Consolidation Groups/Units/FS Items to Global Parameters, then to the Data and Consolidation Monitors.
- The Data/Consolidation Monitor interacts with ACDOCU and ACDOCA tables.
- Global parameters control consolidation filters (Consolidation Group, Unit, Version, Chart of Account, Year, Period).
Consolidation Process
- Before data processing:
- Verify organizational unit master data (consolidation units, consolidation group structure changes).
- Update financial statement item master data (e.g., new GL account mapping).
- Update exchange rates (group reporting-specific).
- Set global parameters to closing year/period.
- Open the period in the data monitor.
- Data is prepared for consolidation in the data monitor.
- Consolidation tasks (intercompany eliminations, investment eliminations) are performed in the consolidation monitor.
- Processed data can be cross-checked using delivered reports.
Group Reporting Process Steps
- Data collection: Release data from SAP S/4HANA and import external data.
- Data preparation: Calculate net income/retained earnings, translate currencies, adjust to corporate standards, and validate data.
- Intercompany eliminations: Reconcile, match, and eliminate intercompany transactions.
- Investment eliminations: Record ownership data and run investment/equity elimination.
- Reporting: Analyze results using SAP reporting options or SAP Analytics Cloud.
- Balance carryforward: Open new periods and carry balance sheet items into the next year.
Ownership Structure Review
- The ownership structure and types of intercompany transactions for ABC Corporation are relevant to the course.
- Ownership eliminations and reporting requirements (U.S. GAAP and IFRS) are part of the discussion.
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This quiz covers the responsibilities and key concepts related to SAP S/4HANA Cloud for group reporting. Learn about consolidation tasks, data preparation, intercompany transactions, and the essential tools required for effective corporate close processes. Test your knowledge on how ABC Corporation implements these solutions and understand the key metrics involved.
