[003] GLOSSARY

Tolerance match

A match accepted within a defined numeric or structural threshold.

29 May 2026

Definition

A tolerance match is a match accepted within a defined numeric or structural threshold.

Why it matters

It keeps the exception queue focused on real issues instead of minor noise.

Example

A five-rupee tax delta can be routed into the tolerance band if that is the approved policy.

Common mistake

Treating tolerance as a shortcut for poor data quality creates hidden risk.

Rounding difference
Tax amount mismatch
Minor difference
Fuzzy match

Frequently asked questions

Why use a tolerance match?: Because small rounding or line-item differences should not always create a full exception.
What should the threshold be?: It should be a deliberate policy choice, not an ad hoc value set by whoever runs the file.