What happens after the Merchant Sales Summary Report is generated?

After the Merchant Sales Summary Report is generated, its primary purpose is to ensure that the sales data is accurately reflected and corresponds with the cash totals from transactions. This report provides a detailed outline of all sales made, which is essential for reconciling the cash that has been collected against the sales recorded. By matching the report against cash totals, discrepancies can be identified and rectified, ensuring accurate financial oversight and accountability.

The other options pertain to actions that either do not occur or is less relevant directly after the report is generated. For instance, while it might be beneficial to archive records for future reference, the immediate focus after generating the report is on reconciling sales and cash totals. Thus, confirming the integrity of financial data is considered a priority in this process.