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The MTL_CYCLE_COUNT_HEADERS table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical component of the Inventory Cycle Counting functionality. It serves as the primary repository for high-level information about cycle count schedules, which are used to maintain inventory accuracy by periodically validating on-hand quantities. Below is a detailed breakdown of its structure, purpose, and key attributes.

Purpose and Overview

The MTL_CYCLE_COUNT_HEADERS table stores metadata for cycle count schedules, including count frequency, approval workflows, and organizational assignments. It acts as the parent table for MTL_CYCLE_COUNT_ENTRIES, which contains the detailed items to be counted. This hierarchical relationship ensures efficient tracking and execution of cycle counts across warehouses or subinventories.

Key Columns and Descriptions

  1. CYCLE_COUNT_HEADER_ID: Primary key, uniquely identifying each cycle count schedule.
  2. ORGANIZATION_ID: Links to HR_ORGANIZATION_UNITS, specifying the inventory organization.
  3. ABC_CLASS_ID: Associates the count with an ABC classification (from MTL_ABC_CLASSES) for prioritized counting.
  4. CYCLE_COUNT_NAME: User-defined name for the schedule (e.g., "Monthly A-Class Count").
  5. DESCRIPTION: Optional details about the schedule's purpose or scope.
  6. COUNT_TYPE_CODE: Defines the count method (e.g., 'REGULAR', 'PHYSICAL', 'ADJUSTMENT').
  7. STATUS: Tracks workflow state (e.g., 'DRAFT', 'PENDING', 'APPROVED').
  8. SCHEDULED_DATE: Next planned execution date.
  9. LAST_UPDATED_BY/CREATED_BY: Audit columns capturing user IDs.
  10. APPROVAL_TOLERANCE_POSITIVE/NEGATIVE: Thresholds for automatic variance approval.

Integration with Other Modules

The table integrates with:
  • Inventory Management: Validates item quantities via MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES.
  • Workflow: Routes approvals through WF_NOTIFICATIONS.
  • ABC Analysis: Uses MTL_ABC_ASSIGNMENTS to prioritize high-value items.

Technical Considerations

  1. Indexing: Key indexes include CYCLE_COUNT_HEADER_ID (PK) and ORGANIZATION_ID (for partitioning).
  2. Partitioning: Often partitioned by ORGANIZATION_ID in large deployments.
  3. API Dependencies: Managed via INV_CYCLE_COUNT_PUB PL/SQL APIs for CRUD operations.

Business Process Flow

  1. Schedule Creation: Users define count parameters (frequency, ABC class, tolerances).
  2. Approval: Workflow validates the schedule if required.
  3. Execution: System generates entries in MTL_CYCLE_COUNT_ENTRIES.
  4. Adjustment: Variances beyond tolerances trigger corrective workflows.

Version-Specific Notes

  • 12.1.1: Basic workflow integration; tolerances are mandatory.
  • 12.2.2: Enhanced with mobile counting support and optional tolerances.

Customization Examples

Common extensions include:
  • Adding custom statuses via lookup types.
  • Integrating with barcode scanners via APIs.
  • Automating schedule creation based on turnover rates.
This table is foundational for inventory accuracy, with its design reflecting Oracle's emphasis on auditability, scalability, and integration with broader supply chain processes.