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Revenue Recognition in ERP: When Is Revenue Really Earned?

📅 January 07, 2026 ⏱ 8 min read
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P&L Statement — Q1 2026 REVENUE Sales RevenueRs 48,200,000 Other IncomeRs 1,200,000 Total RevenueRs 49,400,000 EXPENSES Cost of Goods SoldRs 28,400,000 Operating ExpensesRs 7,800,000 Tax ProvisionRs 2,100,000 Net ProfitRs 11,100,000 Revenue vs Expenses — 2026 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Revenue Expenses Gross Margin 22.5%

Revenue recognition timing directly affects your reported profitability and tax obligations. ERP makes recognition consistent and compliant.

Point in Time vs Over Time Recognition

Simple goods sales are recognized at delivery. Service contracts are recognized over the service period. Construction contracts may be recognized based on completion percentage. ERP must handle all three models.

Advance Payments and Deferred Revenue

When a customer pays before receiving goods or services, the payment is a liability — deferred revenue — not income. ERP should recognize the revenue automatically as the obligation is fulfilled.

Sales with Right of Return

When goods are sold with a return right, ERP should recognize revenue only for the portion not expected to be returned — based on historical return rates. This IFRS 15 requirement requires ERP configuration.

Multiple Performance Obligations

A sale that includes both product and installation service contains multiple performance obligations, each recognized at different times. ERP must allocate the transaction price correctly between them.

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