Let us assume a user changed the amount of a Purchase voucher from $500 to $5,000. Here is how you track that change:
Tally Prime will display a crisp list of all altered Purchase vouchers. Select the specific voucher number. The screen will split into two columns:
You will see the "Amount" field change from 500 to 5000, along with the User ID and Timestamp of that specific alteration. You can also print this screen or export it to Excel for audit evidence. how to check edit log in tally prime
There are two primary gateways to view the edit log in Tally Prime:
Gateway 1: From the Main Menu
Gateway 2: Using the Search Bar (Quickest Method)
This will take you to the master report screen where all audit trails are categorized. Let us assume a user changed the amount
For a formal, printable report (useful for auditors or internal reviews):
When viewing the Edit Log, TallyPrime provides a clear comparison. It typically shows the "Current Value" (the data after the change) and the "Previous Value" (the data before the change). Tally Prime will display a crisp list of
For example, if a Sales voucher originally recorded an amount of ₹10,000 and was later changed to ₹12,000, the Edit Log will display both figures. It will also record the "Altered By" field, identifying the specific user ID responsible for the change. This granularity allows auditors to pinpoint exactly where a discrepancy originated and who is responsible, thereby establishing a clear chain of custody for the financial data.