Introduction
When migrating to Sage Intacct, the success of your implementation hinges not just on moving data—but on moving clean, validated data. Data validation is often the most overlooked phase, but it’s absolutely critical for avoiding post-go-live disasters like inaccurate reports, failed processes, and compliance risks.
In this article, we’ll explore why data validation is essential, key validation techniques, and how AccFin Outsourcing can help you ensure your Sage Intacct data migration is bulletproof.
Why Data Validation Matters
- Financial Integrity: Inaccurate data leads to wrong balance sheets, P&Ls, and forecasts.
- User Trust: If users spot errors post-go-live, confidence in the system plummets.
- Compliance: Regulatory reporting demands flawless data accuracy.
- Operational Efficiency: Clean data reduces processing errors and manual corrections.
📈 “Validating before migrating saves months of firefighting later.”
Key Steps in the Data Validation Process
1. Pre-Migration Validation
- Reconcile source system reports with extracted data.
- Identify and eliminate duplicates.
- Validate mandatory fields: GL Account, Vendor IDs, Customer IDs.
2. Mapping Validation
- Confirm field-to-field mapping between old and new systems.
- Validate transformation rules (e.g., merging departments, updating codes).
3. Sample Upload Validation
- Import small sample datasets into Sage Intacct.
- Cross-verify sample reports, ledger balances, and master lists.
4. Full Load Validation
- After full import, generate Trial Balance, AR, AP reports.
- Reconcile final figures against legacy system closing balances.
5. Post-Go-Live Validation
- Track first 30 days of live transactions closely.
- Flag and rectify data inconsistencies immediately.
How AccFin Outsourcing Assures Data Accuracy
At AccFin Outsourcing, we specialize in:
- Creating customized validation templates for Sage Intacct.
- Conducting independent pre-go-live data audits.
- Providing real-time issue tracking and resolution.
- Offering post-migration support to ensure system stability.
📧 Need your Sage Intacct migration to be error-free? Email us at info@accfinoutsourcing.com for a free Data Validation Consultation!
Conclusion
Data validation isn’t a phase to rush—it’s the backbone of a successful Sage Intacct implementation. By investing time and expertise upfront, you ensure clean, reliable data that supports business success, audit readiness, and user adoption.