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The GL_BUDGET_PERIOD_RANGES table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical repository for storing budget period range definitions within the General Ledger (GL) module. This table plays a pivotal role in budget setup, enabling organizations to define fiscal periods for budget entry, reporting, and analysis. Below is a detailed examination of its structure, functionality, and integration within Oracle EBS.

Table Overview

GL_BUDGET_PERIOD_RANGES stores metadata for budget periods, linking them to specific budget organizations and calendars. It acts as a bridge between budget definitions (GL_BUDGETS) and accounting periods (GL_PERIODS), ensuring alignment between budget cycles and fiscal calendars. Key columns include:
  • BUDGET_PERIOD_RANGE_ID: Primary key, uniquely identifying each budget period range.
  • BUDGET_ORGANIZATION_ID: References the budget organization (GL_BUDGET_ORGANIZATIONS).
  • BUDGET_TYPE: Indicates budget type (e.g., "Annual," "Quarterly").
  • PERIOD_SET_NAME: Links to the accounting calendar (GL_PERIOD_SETS).
  • START_PERIOD_NAME and END_PERIOD_NAME: Define the period range for the budget.
  • CREATION_DATE, CREATED_BY, LAST_UPDATE_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY: Audit columns tracking record changes.

Functional Role

This table supports budget configuration by:
  1. Period Alignment: Ensures budgets adhere to fiscal calendars, preventing data entry in invalid periods.
  2. Budget Hierarchy: Facilitates multi-level budgeting by associating ranges with specific organizations.
  3. Validation: Integrates with GL_BUDGETS and GL_PERIODS to enforce period consistency during budget submission.

Integration with Other Modules

GL_BUDGET_PERIOD_RANGES interacts with:
  • GL_BUDGETS: Defines which periods are available for a given budget.
  • GL_PERIODS: Validates period names against the fiscal calendar.
  • GL_BUDGET_ASSIGNMENTS: Assigns budget ranges to responsibility centers.

Technical Considerations

  1. Indexing: Key columns like BUDGET_PERIOD_RANGE_ID and BUDGET_ORGANIZATION_ID are indexed for performance.
  2. Data Integrity: Foreign key constraints enforce relationships with GL_PERIOD_SETS and GL_BUDGET_ORGANIZATIONS.
  3. API Dependencies: The GL_BUDGET_PUB package manages CRUD operations, ensuring validation logic is applied.

Common Use Cases

  • Budget Setup: Administrators define period ranges during budget creation.
  • Period Close: Validates budget entries against open/closed periods.
  • Reporting: Enables period-based budget vs. actual comparisons.

Version-Specific Notes

In Oracle EBS 12.2.2, enhancements include:
  • Improved validation for overlapping period ranges.
  • Integration with Oracle Fusion Middleware for real-time budget analytics.

Conclusion

The GL_BUDGET_PERIOD_RANGES table is foundational for budget management in Oracle EBS, ensuring period accuracy and organizational alignment. Its design reflects Oracle's emphasis on auditability, referential integrity, and seamless integration with GL workflows. Proper configuration of this table is essential for accurate financial planning and reporting.