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The GL_BUDGET_RANGE_INTERIM table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical repository for budget-related data, primarily used by the General Ledger (GL) module to facilitate budget range calculations and interim storage during budget processing. This table plays a pivotal role in budget definition, validation, and reporting, ensuring accurate financial planning and analysis. Below is a detailed exploration of its structure, functionality, and significance within Oracle EBS.

Purpose and Context

The GL_BUDGET_RANGE_INTERIM table serves as an interim storage mechanism for budget range data during budget creation, adjustment, or mass allocation processes. It temporarily holds budget values before they are finalized and transferred to permanent budget tables, such as GL_BUDGET_BALANCES or GL_BUDGET_INTERIM. This interim storage ensures data integrity and allows for validation before committing budget entries to the system.

Key Columns and Structure

The table's structure includes columns that capture essential budget attributes, such as:
  • BUDGET_VERSION_ID: Identifies the budget version associated with the interim data.
  • LEDGER_ID: Links the budget data to a specific ledger.
  • CODE_COMBINATION_ID: References the accounting flexfield combination for which the budget is defined.
  • PERIOD_NAME: Specifies the accounting period for the budget entry.
  • ACTUAL_FLAG: Distinguishes between actual and budget data (typically set to 'B' for budget).
  • CURRENCY_CODE: Indicates the currency of the budget amount.
  • BUDGET_AMOUNT: Stores the budget value for the specified combination and period.
  • STATUS: Tracks the processing state (e.g., 'P' for pending, 'C' for complete).
Additional columns may include timestamps, creation details, and batch identifiers to support auditability and traceability.

Functional Workflow

The table is integral to the following workflows:
  1. Budget Upload and Mass Allocation: During budget imports or mass allocations, data is first staged in GL_BUDGET_RANGE_INTERIM to validate combinations, periods, and amounts before final posting.
  2. Budget Adjustments: When modifying budget values, interim storage ensures changes are reviewed before affecting live budgets.
  3. Range Calculations: For budgets spanning multiple periods or accounts, the table facilitates intermediate calculations and validations.

Integration with Other Modules

The table interacts with:
  • GL_BUDGET_BALANCES: Finalized budget data is transferred here for reporting and inquiry.
  • GL_JE_BATCHES: Budget journals may reference interim data during approval workflows.
  • FND_FLEX_VALUES: Validates accounting segments against flexfield definitions.

Technical Considerations

  • Performance: Large-scale budget uploads may require indexing or partitioning to optimize interim table performance.
  • Purge Mechanisms: Interim data should be purged post-processing to prevent table bloat.
  • Custom Extensions The table can be extended for custom validations or integrations with third-party planning tools.

Conclusion

The GL_BUDGET_RANGE_INTERIM table is a foundational component of Oracle EBS's budgeting architecture, ensuring data accuracy and supporting complex financial planning processes. Its design reflects Oracle's emphasis on modularity, auditability, and scalability, making it indispensable for organizations leveraging Oracle EBS for financial management.