What is collateral in SAP FS-LMS - Liquidity Management Suite?

SAP Term: collateral

• Component: FS-LMS

• Component Name: Liquidity Management Suite

• Description: Liquid asset that can be utilized to generate cash in the short term by pledging usually at central banks, repurchasing, or outright sale.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Collateral is a form of security that is used to secure a loan or other financial transaction. In the context of SAP's FS-LMS Liquidity Management Suite, collateral is used to secure a loan or other financial transaction between two parties. Collateral can be in the form of cash, securities, or other assets. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In the FS-LMS Liquidity Management Suite, collateral is used to secure a loan or other financial transaction between two parties. The collateral is held by the lender as security for the loan and can be used to cover any losses if the borrower defaults on the loan. The borrower must provide sufficient collateral to cover the amount of the loan and any associated fees. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using collateral in the FS-LMS Liquidity Management Suite, it is important to ensure that the collateral is sufficient to cover the amount of the loan and any associated fees. It is also important to ensure that the collateral is properly secured and monitored so that it can be used in case of default. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on collateral and how it is used in SAP's FS-LMS Liquidity Management Suite, please refer to SAP's documentation on collateral management.