How to Record Wafer Map Software Fees
Accounting for the monthly licensing fees for software used to visualize and analyze wafer probe results.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Overhead - Software Licenses | Debit | 3,100.00 | - |
| Cash / Accounts Payable | Credit | - | 3,100.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Software used directly in the production and quality control flow is treated as manufacturing overhead and expensed over the license term.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Accounts Payable module with recurring invoice functionality.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Licenses that cover multiple sites not properly allocated by headcount or wafer volume.
📄 Required Documentation
Software license agreement and proof of user seats/access logs for the period.
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