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The IGI_CBR_AP_RECONCILE table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 plays a critical role in the Cash Basis Reconciliation (CBR) process, particularly within the Accounts Payable (AP) module. This table is part of the IGI (Integrity Global Incorporated) customizations or extensions, which enhance Oracle's standard functionality to meet specific business requirements, such as reconciling cash basis accounting entries with accrual-based transactions. Below is a detailed analysis of its purpose, structure, and integration within Oracle EBS. ### **Purpose of IGI_CBR_AP_RECONCILE** The primary function of the IGI_CBR_AP_RECONCILE table is to store reconciliation data between cash disbursements and their corresponding invoice payments. This is essential for organizations that operate on a cash basis accounting method but need to align their records with Oracle’s default accrual-based accounting. The table facilitates: - **Tracking payment reconciliations** between cash disbursements and AP invoices. - **Supporting audit and compliance** by maintaining a log of reconciled transactions. - **Enabling reporting** for cash-to-accrual adjustments and financial statement reconciliations. ### **Key Columns and Structure** While the exact schema may vary based on custom implementations, the table typically includes the following columns: - **RECONCILE_ID**: A unique identifier for each reconciliation entry. - **INVOICE_ID**: References the AP invoice being reconciled (links to AP_INVOICES_ALL). - **PAYMENT_ID**: Ties to the payment record (links to AP_PAYMENTS_ALL). - **CASH_ACCOUNT_ID**: The GL cash account used for the disbursement. - **RECONCILE_DATE**: The date when the reconciliation was performed. - **RECONCILE_AMOUNT**: The amount reconciled between the invoice and payment. - **STATUS**: Indicates whether the reconciliation is pending, completed, or errored. - **CREATED_BY**, CREATION_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY, LAST_UPDATE_DATE: Audit columns tracking record changes. ### **Integration with Oracle EBS Modules** The IGI_CBR_AP_RECONCILE table interacts with core Oracle EBS modules: 1. **Accounts Payable (AP)** - Links to AP_INVOICES_ALL and AP_PAYMENTS_ALL to validate invoice and payment data. - Supports the Cash Basis Reconciliation process by storing matched transactions. 2. **General Ledger (GL)** - References GL_CODE_COMBINATIONS for cash account validations. - May feed reconciled entries into GL journals for cash-to-accrual adjustments. 3. **Custom Reports and Interfaces** - Used by IGI-specific reports to provide reconciliation summaries. - May integrate with third-party tools via APIs or database views. ### **Business Process Flow** 1. **Payment Processing**: When an AP payment is made, the system records it in AP_PAYMENTS_ALL. 2. **Reconciliation Initiation**: A user or automated process identifies payments needing reconciliation. 3. **Data Insertion**: The IGI_CBR_AP_RECONCILE table stores the invoice-payment match details. 4. **Validation**: Checks ensure amounts align and accounts are valid. 5. **GL Posting**: Reconciled entries may generate adjusting journal entries in GL. ### **Technical Considerations** - **Indexing**: Performance can be optimized with indexes on INVOICE_ID, PAYMENT_ID, and STATUS. - **Custom Logic**: Triggers or PL/SQL may enforce reconciliation rules. - **Data Retention**: Archive policies should be defined for audit compliance. ### **Conclusion** The IGI_CBR_AP_RECONCILE table is a vital component for organizations using cash basis accounting within Oracle EBS. It bridges the gap between Oracle’s accrual-based design and cash accounting needs, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Understanding its structure and integration points is essential for AP accountants, system administrators, and implementation consultants.