In SAP FI, what does the term cash management refer to?

In SAP FI, cash management encompasses the comprehensive oversight of an organization's cash flow and liquidity. It involves not just tracking incoming payments but also managing outgoing payments and ensuring that there are sufficient funds available to meet financial obligations. Cash management integrates various financial information to provide a complete picture of cash positions and forecasts, helping organizations make informed financial decisions.

This area of SAP FI allows for monitoring of cash balances, cash requirements for upcoming periods, and optimizing overall liquidity. It includes activities such as cash positioning, cash forecasting, and determining the liquidity levels necessary to support operations effectively. The focus is on the entire lifecycle of cash within the organization rather than just a segment of it, which encompasses all cash-related activities.