What is German Principles of Data Access and Auditing of Digital Documents in SAP SRD-FIN-GL - FIN-General Ledger?

SAP Term: German Principles of Data Access and Auditing of Digital Documents

• Component: SRD-FIN-GL

• Component Name: FIN-General Ledger

• Description: Administrative directive of the German Federal Ministry of Finance that defines rules regarding digital retention of accounting records, journal entries, and invoices as well as rules requiring the taxpayer to cooperate and provide required information during audits.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The German Principles of Data Access and Auditing of Digital Documents (GDPAD) is a set of regulations that govern the access and auditing of digital documents in Germany. It was introduced in 2002 and is based on the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). GDPAD requires that all digital documents be stored securely, with access restricted to authorized personnel only. It also requires that all digital documents be audited regularly to ensure compliance with the regulations.
  
  How to use it: 
  The SAP SRD-FIN-GL FIN-General Ledger Accounting component provides a comprehensive set of tools for managing digital documents in accordance with GDPAD. It includes features such as secure storage, access control, and audit logging. It also provides tools for creating and managing digital documents, such as document templates and document management systems.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the SAP SRD-FIN-GL FIN-General Ledger Accounting component, it is important to ensure that all digital documents are stored securely and that access is restricted to authorized personnel only. Additionally, it is important to regularly audit digital documents to ensure compliance with GDPAD regulations.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about GDPAD, please visit the German Federal Data Protection Act website (https://www.bdsg.de/en/). For more information about the SAP SRD-FIN-GL FIN-General Ledger Accounting component, please visit the SAP website (https://www.sap.com/products/general-ledger-accounting.html).