What is the primary function of "Audit Trails" in OneStream COA?

The primary function of Audit Trails in OneStream's Chart of Accounts is to track changes and access to account data. This functionality is crucial for maintaining data integrity and compliance within financial systems. Audit Trails provide a comprehensive log of modifications made to specific accounts, including who made the change, when it was made, and what exactly was altered. This transparency is essential for organizations to monitor their financial activities, ensure accurate financial reporting, and adhere to regulatory requirements. By using Audit Trails, users can also investigate discrepancies or issues within account data, leading to more robust financial management practices.

The other options relate to important functions within financial systems but do not capture the essence of what Audit Trails are designed to accomplish. For instance, while comparing financial results helps in analyzing performance over time, it does not involve the tracking of user actions or data modifications. Generating financial summaries is a separate function focused on consolidating data for reporting purposes, and exporting data to external systems involves data transfer processes rather than monitoring internal changes. Therefore, tracking changes and access is the specific and correct purpose of Audit Trails in OneStream COA.