SAP Business One Certification Practice Exam

What happens when a reconciliation is reversed?

1. Only certain postings are reversed

2. All related postings are reversed as well

3. No postings are affected

4. New entries are created automatically

The correct answer is: All related postings are reversed as well

When a reconciliation is reversed in SAP Business One, all related postings are reversed as well. This means that the system ensures that the financial records are maintained in an accurate state, reflecting any changes made by the reversal process. The reversal of a reconciliation is a comprehensive action; it does not take a selective approach to reversing postings. Instead, it systematically undoes the entirety of the reconciliation, ensuring that both the original entry and any linked transactions are adjusted. This ensures that the integrity of the accounting records is preserved and provides a clear audit trail. The other options suggest partial or no action on postings, which would not maintain the coherence needed in accounting processes. Complete reversals are essential in financial systems to prevent discrepancies in financial statements.