If the dollar value of an overpayment can be identified through simple data analysis, what is required?

When the dollar value of an overpayment can be identified through simple data analysis, it indicates that the amount is clear and straightforward enough not to necessitate a detailed examination of the underlying records or transactions. In such cases, an audit is not required, as the identified overpayment can be easily verified and substantiated without additional in-depth analysis.

This approach streamlines the process for resolving overpayments, as it allows for efficient handling of straightforward cases where no complex investigation is necessary. In many scenarios, if the overpayment is evident and quantifiable through readily accessible data, the need for an audit diminishes, facilitating a faster resolution. The focus can then shift to the appropriate corrective action, such as a refund, which can be conducted without the extensive processes typically involved in an audit.

The other options would require more rigorous processes or documentation that are not necessary in this context of clear and simple overpayment identification.