Misconception · MIS:undiscounted-maturities-equal-the-liability

Mistaken idea “Undiscounted maturities equal the lease liability”

Mistaken reasoning: This mistake copies future cash payments into the balance sheet without imputed interest reconciliation.

Updated Aug 21, 2026 Review due Nov 8, 2026

Why this is mistaken

Maturities are undiscounted. Reconcile them to the present-value liability by subtracting imputed interest and considering current-period timing.

Where to watch

When this mistake may appear

  • The note lists annual future payments.
Check your work

Your work may contain this mistake if:

  • Use the maturity total as recognized liability or call the difference an error.