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The AR_CCID_CORRECTIONS_ALL table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical repository for storing code combination identifier (CCID) corrections related to the Accounts Receivable (AR) module. This table plays a pivotal role in maintaining financial data integrity by allowing corrections to invalid or misaligned accounting flexfield combinations before they are posted to the general ledger. Below is a detailed analysis of its structure, purpose, and functional significance in Oracle EBS.

Purpose and Functional Overview

The AR_CCID_CORRECTIONS_ALL table is primarily used in scenarios where accounting flexfield combinations (CCIDs) in AR transactions are found to be invalid or require adjustments. When transactions are imported or processed, Oracle validates the CCID against the GL_CODE_COMBINATIONS table. If discrepancies arise—such as disabled, invalid, or inactive combinations—the system flags these entries, and corrections are stored in AR_CCID_CORRECTIONS_ALL. This ensures that accounting entries align with the chart of accounts before GL posting.

Key Columns and Structure

The table includes columns that capture metadata about the correction process:
  • CORRECTION_ID: A unique identifier for each correction record.
  • ORIGINAL_CCID: The original invalid CCID that requires correction.
  • NEW_CCID: The corrected CCID validated against the chart of accounts.
  • TRANSACTION_ID: References the AR transaction (e.g., invoice, receipt) needing correction.
  • STATUS: Indicates whether the correction is pending, processed, or errored.
  • CREATION_DATE, CREATED_BY: Audit columns tracking when and who initiated the correction.
  • LAST_UPDATE_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY: Timestamps for modifications.
  • ORG_ID: Supports multi-org structures by segregating data by operating unit.

Integration with Oracle EBS Modules

The table interacts with several EBS components:
  1. Accounts Receivable (AR): Captures corrections for invoices, receipts, and adjustments before GL transfer.
  2. General Ledger (GL): Ensures only valid CCIDs are posted, preventing reconciliation issues.
  3. Subledger Accounting (SLA): Aligns corrected CCIDs with accounting rules for accurate journal generation.

Business Process Flow

The typical workflow involves:
  1. Identification: Invalid CCIDs are flagged during transaction validation or batch processes.
  2. Correction: Users or automated scripts update the NEW_CCID field with a valid combination.
  3. Validation: The system verifies the new CCID against active GL combinations.
  4. Processing: Approved corrections are applied, and transactions are reprocessed for GL posting.

Technical Considerations

  • Indexing: Columns like CORRECTION_ID and TRANSACTION_ID are indexed for performance.
  • Purge Policies: Corrected records may be archived to avoid table bloating.
  • APIs: Oracle provides PL/SQL APIs (e.g., AR_CCID_CORRECTION_PKG) to programmatically handle corrections.

Conclusion

The AR_CCID_CORRECTIONS_ALL table is a safeguard for financial accuracy in Oracle EBS, ensuring accounting flexfield integrity across AR transactions. Its design supports auditability, multi-org compliance, and seamless integration with GL, making it indispensable for organizations leveraging Oracle EBS 12.1.1 or 12.2.2.