OTC (Order to Cash) Interview
Questions and Answers
Q: Explain the OTC process in detail.
A: The OTC process includes all steps from receiving a customer order to collecting
payment:
- Order entry (sales order creation)
- Order fulfillment (picking, packing, and shipping)
- Invoicing
- Payment collection
- Accounting and reconciliation
It involves Sales, Inventory, Finance, and Customer Service.
Q: What are some common challenges in OTC?
A: - Delays in order processing
- Invoice mismatches
- Credit limit issues
- Delivery delays
- Payment disputes
Q: How do you handle disputes in the OTC cycle?
A: By documenting sales orders, delivery proof, and agreed terms. Collaborate with the
customer and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
Q: What is credit management in OTC?
A: Credit management evaluates and controls the credit risk. Orders are processed only
within credit limits. SAP uses credit control areas and risk categories.
Q: How does Dunning work in OTC?
A: Dunning is the process of sending reminders to customers for overdue payments. SAP
allows configuration of dunning procedures and intervals.
Q: How do you manage partial payments and residual items?
A: - Partial Payments: Outstanding balance remains open.
- Residual Items: Original invoice is cleared and a new open item is created for the
remaining balance.
Q: What are common integration points in OTC?
A: - SD ↔ FI: For billing and accounting
- SD ↔ MM: For stock availability
- SD ↔ WM: For warehouse activities
- SD ↔ CRM: For customer service
Q: What is the role of invoice verification in OTC?
A: Ensures accuracy in billing by comparing the sales order and delivery data with the
invoice.
Q: What KPIs are used to monitor the OTC process?
A: - Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
- Invoice accuracy rate
- On-time delivery rate
- Customer dispute resolution time
Q: What is a sales order in OTC?
A: A sales order is a document that confirms the sale of goods/services, capturing customer
details, material info, quantities, pricing, and delivery dates.
Q: How do you handle order returns in OTC?
A: Through a returns order in SAP, followed by goods receipt and credit memo generation.
Q: What is the impact of OTC on working capital?
A: Efficient OTC improves cash flow, reduces DSO, and enhances customer satisfaction
through timely collections.
Q: How does SAP support OTC processes?
A: SAP SD module supports sales order creation, delivery, billing, and integration with FI for
accounting and AR management.