What is assertion in SAP GRC-SPC - GRC Process Controls for SAP?

SAP Term: assertion

• Component: GRC-SPC

• Component Name: GRC Process Controls for SAP

• Description: A representation regarding a significant account. For example, an assertion may confirm that the financial statements reflect a complete record of all the financial transactions carried out by an organization in a period. This is an assertion of completeness. An auditor generally tests one or more of the controls that support that assertion.

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• Key Concepts:
  Assertion is a term used in SAP GRC Process Controls for SAP to refer to a statement that is used to define the conditions of a control. It is used to define the criteria that must be met in order for a control to be considered successful. Assertions are typically written in the form of a logical expression, such as “if X then Y”.
  
  How to use it:
  Assertions are used to define the conditions of a control in SAP GRC Process Controls for SAP. They are typically written in the form of a logical expression, such as “if X then Y”. Assertions can be used to define the criteria that must be met in order for a control to be considered successful.
  
  Tips & Tricks:
  When writing assertions, it is important to ensure that they are clear and concise. It is also important to ensure that the assertion is logically sound and that it accurately reflects the desired outcome of the control.
  
  Related Information:
  SAP GRC Process Controls for SAP provides detailed documentation on how to create and manage assertions. This documentation can be found on the SAP Help Portal.