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The IN_TEXT_TBL_TL table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a translation table that stores multilingual descriptions for various entities within the Inventory (INV) module. As part of Oracle's multi-language support (MLS) architecture, this table plays a critical role in enabling global deployments by maintaining translated text for key inventory-related data. Below is a detailed analysis of its structure, purpose, and usage in EBS.

Table Overview

IN_TEXT_TBL_TL is a child table that extends the base table IN_TEXT_TBL_B (where "B" stands for base and "TL" for translation). It follows Oracle's standard translation table pattern, where language-specific data is stored separately from the base data to optimize performance and simplify maintenance. This table is part of the Inventory module's data model and is primarily used for storing translated descriptions of items, categories, or other inventory-related entities.

Key Columns and Structure

The table typically contains the following key columns:
  • TEXT_ID: Foreign key linking to the base table (IN_TEXT_TBL_B.TEXT_ID), establishing the relationship between base and translated records.
  • LANGUAGE: Stores the ISO language code (e.g., 'US' for American English, 'DE' for German) indicating which language the translation applies to.
  • SOURCE_LANG: Indicates the original language of the source text being translated.
  • DESCRIPTION: The actual translated text content, varying in length depending on the implementation.
  • CREATED_BY, CREATION_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY, LAST_UPDATE_DATE, LAST_UPDATE_LOGIN: Standard Oracle audit columns tracking who created/changed records and when.

Functional Purpose

The primary purpose of IN_TEXT_TBL_TL is to:
  • Enable multilingual support for inventory descriptions that appear in user interfaces, reports, and integrations.
  • Maintain data integrity by separating language-specific content from core transactional data.
  • Support concurrent translations for the same base record in multiple languages.
  • Facilitate easy updates to translations without affecting the base data structure.

Integration Points

This table integrates with:
  • Oracle's MLS framework, which automatically retrieves the appropriate translation based on the user's session language.
  • Inventory forms and reports that display item descriptions or other translatable text.
  • Data conversion and migration processes when implementing or upgrading EBS in multilingual environments.

Technical Considerations

Important technical aspects include:
  • The table is typically accessed through views rather than directly, with IN_TEXT_TBL_VL (where "VL" stands for view, language) being the common access point.
  • Records are automatically maintained by Oracle's MLS infrastructure when translations are added via the application UI.
  • Customizations should avoid direct DML on this table, instead using standard Oracle APIs to ensure proper MLS handling.
  • Indexes on TEXT_ID and LANGUAGE optimize translation lookups.

Implementation Notes

For EBS implementations:
  • Translation records are usually created when setting up inventory items or categories in multiple languages.
  • The table's content is critical for global rollouts where users operate in different languages.
  • Data migration scripts must properly handle the relationship between base and translation records.
  • Performance testing should include scenarios with multiple active languages.
In summary, IN_TEXT_TBL_TL is a fundamental component of Oracle EBS's multilingual capabilities within the Inventory module, enabling organizations to operate globally while maintaining data consistency and user experience across languages.