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I can provide you with a general template for an SAP S/4HANA Order-to-Cash (OTC) audit report.

However, please note that this is a high-level example, and you may need to customize it further
based on your specific requirements and the configuration of your SAP system. Here's a sample
format for the audit report:

SAP S/4HANA Order-to-Cash Audit Report

1. Executive Summary Provide a brief overview of the audit findings, key observations, and
recommendations.

2. Introduction Introduce the purpose of the audit report and provide background information about
the SAP S/4HANA OTC process.

3. Scope Specify the scope of the audit, including the modules, transactions, and processes covered.

4. Audit Objectives Outline the objectives of the audit, such as evaluating the effectiveness of
controls, identifying process gaps, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

5. Methodology Describe the methodology used during the audit, including data sampling
techniques, interviews, system analysis, and any other relevant procedures.

6. Audit Findings Present the key findings discovered during the audit. Organize the findings based
on different aspects of the OTC process, such as order creation, pricing, delivery, billing, and revenue
recognition. Provide a detailed analysis of each finding, including the issue, its impact, and the root
cause.

7. Control Assessment Assess the effectiveness of the internal controls related to the OTC process.
Identify any control weaknesses or deficiencies and provide recommendations for improvement.

8. Process Gaps and Risks Identify any process gaps, risks, or inefficiencies observed during the audit.
Highlight the potential impact on business operations and suggest appropriate remedial actions.

9. Compliance Assessment Evaluate the compliance of the OTC process with relevant regulatory
requirements, industry standards, and internal policies. Highlight any non-compliance issues and
provide recommendations for addressing them.

10. System Configuration Review Review the system configuration settings related to the OTC
process. Identify any deviations from best practices or recommended guidelines and suggest
necessary adjustments.

11. Recommendations Summarize the recommendations for addressing the findings, control
weaknesses, process gaps, and compliance issues identified during the audit. Prioritize the
recommendations based on their significance and potential impact on the business.

12. Conclusion Provide a concluding statement summarizing the overall audit findings and the
importance of addressing the identified issues.

13. Appendix Include any supporting documentation, such as process flowcharts, screenshots, data
samples, or additional analysis performed during the audit.

Please note that this is a generic template, and you should adapt it to meet your specific audit
requirements. Additionally, it is recommended to involve relevant stakeholders and experts in the
auditing process to ensure a comprehensive and accurate assessment.
ORDER-TO-CASH AUDIT REPORT

Date: [Insert Date] Auditor: [Insert Auditor Name] Company: [Insert Company Name]

1. Executive Summary: [Provide a brief overview of the audit findings and key
recommendations.]

2. Audit Scope: The audit covered the following areas:

 Order Processing

 Billing and Invoicing

 Revenue Recognition

 Credit Management

 Collections

 Sales Analytics

3. Audit Findings:

3.1 Order Processing:

 [Describe any issues or concerns related to order creation, order fulfillment, or order
confirmation.]

 [Identify any gaps in data integrity or order accuracy.]

3.2 Billing and Invoicing:

 [Highlight any billing or invoicing discrepancies, such as incorrect pricing, missing data, or
delayed invoices.]

 [Evaluate the effectiveness of billing controls and identify any potential revenue leakage.]

3.3 Revenue Recognition:

 [Assess the compliance with revenue recognition policies and accounting standards.]

 [Identify any instances of revenue recognition errors or inconsistencies.]

3.4 Credit Management:

 [Evaluate the credit approval process and identify any weaknesses or gaps.]

 [Assess the effectiveness of credit limits and credit monitoring procedures.]

3.5 Collections:

 [Assess the effectiveness of the collections process and identify any overdue accounts or
collection issues.]

 [Identify any gaps in communication between sales and collections teams.]

3.6 Sales Analytics:


 [Analyze the accuracy and completeness of sales reporting and analytics.]

 [Identify any areas for improvement in terms of data quality or reporting capabilities.]

4. Recommendations: Based on the findings, the following recommendations are proposed:

 [Provide specific recommendations for each area audited, addressing any identified
issues or gaps.]

5. Conclusion: [Summarize the overall findings and the significance of the audit.] [Highlight any
key risks or opportunities for improvement.]

6. Management Response: [Provide space for management to respond to the findings and
recommendations.]

Please note that this is just a sample template, and you may need to customize it according to your
specific requirements and the structure of your organization's audit reports.

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