Updating a cash forecast from a direct forecast

Use this procedure to update the forecasted amounts in the selected cash forecast.

  1. Select Direct Forecast.
  2. From the Direct Forecast Periods list, open the forecast period to add to a cash forecast. Scroll down to view that list.
  3. Select Actions > Add To Forecast.
  4. Complete any parameters to filter the results.
  5. In the Cash Flow Type section, specify this information:
    Cash Inflow
    Select this check box to include only money that has come in to the business, for example from sales.
    Cash Outflow
    Select this check box to include only money that is spent by the company, for example, expenses, debts, and operating costs.
  6. In the Actions section, specify this information:
    Override Forecast Amount
    Select this check box to replace the existing amount of the main cash forecast with the Cash Inflow or Cash Outflow amount.
    Append Forecast Amount
    Select this check box to add or subtract the cash forecast amount from the main forecast with the Cash Inflow or Cash Outflow amount.
  7. Click Submit.