Audit simulation: Fiscal data correctly archived?

At the latest when a visit from the tax authorities is on the horizon, things start to get restless with regard to the archiving of cash register data. In our experience, the integration of a Technical Security Device (TSE) is old hat, but only a few retailers and wholesalers have actually simulated an audit to find out whether their archived individual cash register transactions are complete and correct with...

WHITEPAPER | Retail 2024: Tax Compliance and KassenSichV in SAP®

At the latest when a visit from the tax authorities is on the horizon, things start to get restless with regard to the archiving of cash register data. In our experience, the integration of a Technical Security Device (TSE) is old hat, but only a few retailers and wholesalers have actually simulated an audit to find out whether their archived individual cash register transactions are complete and correct with...

Ernsting's family success story: transparency and compliance in checkout data processing

The world of retail is facing constant challenges, especially in the area of digital transformation and compliance. An inspiring success story in this context is the Ernsting's family POS data project, realized in cooperation with Consult-SK GmbH. Ernsting's family, a leading cross-channel provider in the German textile retail sector, was faced with the complex task of complying with the strict guidelines of the German Cash Register Security Ordinance (KassenSichV)....

Important facts about carrying out cash register inspections

Since their introduction in 2018, cash register audits have become an important part of financial control in Germany. This article provides a comprehensive overview of what businesses need to know about cash register audits, including the possible consequences and preparation tips. Scope of the cash register inspection The cash register inspection mainly affects businesses in Germany that frequently work with cash, such as bakeries, restaurants...

New insights into the dynamics between cash register inspections and tax audits

A cash register inspection is a special form of tax audit that takes place without prior notice and can lead from a simple inspection to a comprehensive tax audit. Basics of the transition procedure A judgment recently published by the Hamburg Fiscal Court sheds light on the conditions under which a cash register inspection can turn into a full tax audit. It is important here that the tax auditor does not...

Implementation of the KassenSichV: Problems with fiscalization

The introduction phase of the German Cash Register Security Ordinance (KassenSichV), the Technical Security Device (TSE) and the Digital Treasury Interface for Cash Register Systems (DSFinV-K) has been completed. The majority of cash register transactions relevant to sales tax are provided with TSE signatures in accordance with the regulations. However, the issue is not over - there are practical problems with implementation. How do cash register inspections and external audits work? We are already since 2017...

KassenSichV mastered: Over 20 million receipts archived in an audit-proof manner

The first trading companies have already had their receipt data verified by the tax office using AmadeusVerify. For our SAP® customers, this is no reason to worry, because with Receipt4S® we ensure that data can be retrieved quickly and completely. We archive over 20 million receipts daily - audit-proof and traceable, including TSE signature and DSFinV-K files. Why do you need an additional...