Berichtigungs

Berichtigung (plural Berichtigungen) is the act of correcting something that is incorrect or inaccurate. The term is used across several domains, including journalism, law, finance, and data management. The attributive stem Berichtigungs- appears in compounds such as Berichtigungsverfahren or Berichtigungsanordnung, but the standard noun is Berichtigung.

In journalism and publishing, a Berichtigung is a published correction of an error in a previously printed or broadcast item. It serves to restore factual accuracy and transparency. Corrections are typically issued promptly and may specify what was wrong and what is correct. The exact process and language can vary by outlet and jurisdiction, with some contexts using terms like “Richtigstellung” or “Korrektur” as well.

In legal and administrative contexts, a Berichtigung refers to correcting entries or texts in official documents or public registers. This can involve amendments to certificates, contracts, or records maintained by authorities. Such corrections often follow a formal procedure and, in some cases, may require a directive, order, or court involvement to ensure the change is legally valid and enforceable.

In finance and accounting, a Berichtigung denotes the correction of erroneous postings or data. A Berichtigungsbuchung (correcting entry) reverses or adjusts prior transactions to bring financial statements into agreement with actual figures. In data management and information systems, Berichtigungen are part of data cleansing and record maintenance to ensure data accuracy over time.

Because the term spans multiple fields, its precise meaning and procedures are context-dependent, guided by industry norms, legal requirements, or organizational policies.