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The MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_TL table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical repository for storing translated descriptions of material statuses within the Inventory module. Material statuses define the usability and availability of items in inventory, such as "Active," "Hold," or "Quarantine." This table supports multilingual functionality, allowing organizations to maintain status descriptions in multiple languages, which is essential for global operations. Below is a detailed analysis of its structure, purpose, and integration within Oracle EBS.

Table Structure and Key Columns

The MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_TL table is a child of the base table MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_B, which stores non-translatable attributes. Key columns include:
  • STATUS_ID: A foreign key referencing MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_B.STATUS_ID, linking translated descriptions to their base records.
  • LANGUAGE: Stores the language code (e.g., 'US' for English, 'DE' for German) for the translated description.
  • SOURCE_LANG: Indicates the source language of the translation, typically the installation's base language.
  • DESCRIPTION: The translated description of the material status (e.g., "Aktiv" for German).
  • LAST_UPDATE_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY, CREATION_DATE, CREATED_BY: Standard Oracle audit columns.

Functional Role in Oracle EBS

Material statuses control inventory transactions and visibility. For example:
  • A status of "Hold" may prevent items from being issued or transferred.
  • "Quarantine" statuses trigger quality inspection workflows.
The MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_TL table ensures these statuses are displayed correctly in user interfaces, reports, and forms across different languages, enhancing usability for multinational teams.

Integration with Other Modules

The table interacts with:
  • Inventory: Statuses affect item availability in MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES.
  • Order Management: Statuses may restrict order fulfillment if items are on hold.
  • Purchasing: Receipts may auto-assign statuses (e.g., "Inspection").
Translations are leveraged by Oracle Forms, Self-Service screens, and BI Publisher reports.

Technical Considerations

  • Multi-Org Access Control (MOAC): The table is shared across operating units, but status behavior can be org-specific via profile options.
  • Indexing: Typically indexed on STATUS_ID and LANGUAGE for performance.
  • Seed Data: Oracle delivers pre-seeded statuses (e.g., "Active") with translations for common languages.

Customization and Extensions

Organizations can:
  • Add custom statuses via the "Material Statuses" form (INV -> Setup -> Organizations -> Statuses).
  • Extend translations using Oracle Translation Hub or direct SQL (with caution).

Example Use Case

A German subsidiary queries items with status "Blockiert" (German for "Hold"). The system joins MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_TL (filtered by LANGUAGE = 'DE') with on-hand tables to display localized results.

Conclusion

The MTL_MATERIAL_STATUSES_TL table is a foundational component for global inventory management in Oracle EBS, enabling multilingual support while enforcing item control policies. Its design aligns with Oracle's modular architecture, ensuring seamless integration with core supply chain processes.