What is gratuitous entertainment in SAP FI-TV - Travel Planning?

SAP Term: gratuitous entertainment

• Component: FI-TV

• Component Name: Travel Planning

• Description: The reduction of reduced maximum or per-diem amount in case of gratuitous entertainment received by an employee during the course of a business trip. The reduction does not apply if the employee received meals at a social event.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Gratuitous entertainment is a term used in SAP's FI-TV Travel Planning component. It refers to the provision of entertainment, such as meals, drinks, or tickets to events, that are provided to employees or customers without any expectation of payment or reimbursement. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP's FI-TV Travel Planning component, gratuitous entertainment is recorded as an expense. The user must enter the details of the entertainment provided, such as the date, type of entertainment, and cost. The user must also specify whether the entertainment was provided to an employee or customer. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When recording gratuitous entertainment expenses in SAP's FI-TV Travel Planning component, it is important to ensure that all relevant details are entered accurately and completely. This will help ensure that the expense is properly accounted for and reported. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Gratuitous entertainment expenses are subject to certain tax regulations and reporting requirements. It is important to be aware of these regulations and requirements when recording gratuitous entertainment expenses in SAP's FI-TV Travel Planning component.