Transaction Log Report
Overview
Below is a business-focused explanation of the Transaction Log Report in Dafater, written for managers, auditors, and operations teams.
Transaction Log Report
Module: Core
Report Type: Transaction Log Overview
Based On: Transaction Log records
1. What Business Information This Report Provides
The Transaction Log Report gives a complete audit trail of important system activities within Dafater.
It shows who did what, when it happened, and what record was affected.
This report helps businesses: - Track operational activities across departments - Monitor user actions for accountability - Review system events that impact financial, HR, or operational records - Support audits, compliance reviews, and internal controls
In simple terms, it answers:
“What changes happened in the system, who made them, and when?”
2. When and Why to Use This Report
Use this report when you need to:
- Investigate unexpected changes in records
- Review user activity during a specific period
- Support internal or external audits
- Validate compliance with company policies
- Analyze operational activity trends
Typical situations:
- A transaction was modified or deleted unexpectedly
- Management wants visibility into system usage
- Auditors request proof of user actions
- Compliance teams need an activity log
3. Key Columns and Their Business Meaning
| Column | Business Meaning |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | When the transaction or action occurred |
| User | Who performed the action |
| Action Type | What kind of activity occurred (Create, Update, Delete, Submit, Cancel, etc.) |
| Reference Document | The business record affected (such as a transaction, request, or entry) |
| Document Type | The category of record impacted (helps identify which business process was involved) |
| Status / Outcome | Indicates whether the action was successful or failed |
| Remarks / Description | Additional context explaining the activity |
These columns help trace responsibility and understand the business impact of each action.
4. Available Filters and Their Business Purpose
| Filter | Business Purpose |
|---|---|
| Date Range | Focus on activities within a specific reporting or audit period |
| User | Review actions taken by a specific employee or role |
| Document Type | Analyze activity related to a specific business process |
| Action Type | Filter by creation, modification, deletion, or approvals |
| Reference Document | Track all actions related to a specific record |
| Status | Identify successful vs. failed transactions |
These filters allow managers and auditors to quickly narrow down relevant activities without reviewing the entire system history.
5. How to Interpret the Results for Business Decisions
- High activity from a single user may indicate heavy workload, process dependency, or risk concentration
- Frequent updates or deletions may signal process issues or training gaps
- Failed transactions can highlight system usage problems or approval bottlenecks
- Activity outside business hours may require further review for policy compliance
Management can use these insights to: - Strengthen internal controls - Improve process discipline - Adjust user roles or responsibilities - Enhance audit readiness
6. Common Use Cases and Scenarios
Audit & Compliance
- Provide evidence of system activity during audits
- Confirm who approved or modified critical records
Issue Investigation
- Identify the source of incorrect or missing data
- Trace changes to important business documents
User Accountability
- Monitor adherence to company policies
- Review actions taken by new or high-risk users
Process Improvement
- Identify processes with excessive rework or corrections
- Spot operational inefficiencies
Summary
The Transaction Log Report in Dafater is a critical control and transparency tool.
It ensures accountability, supports audits, and helps management understand how business transactions move through the system.
Used regularly, this report strengthens trust, compliance, and operational discipline across the organization.
Report Information
- Module: Core
- Related DocType: Transaction Log
- Report Type: Script Report
- Standard: Yes