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The PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical data structure within the Project Accounting (PA) module, specifically designed to support the Analytical Workspace (ADW) functionality. This table plays a pivotal role in tracking the status of dimensions used in analytical workspaces, ensuring data integrity and facilitating accurate reporting and analysis. Below is a detailed breakdown of its purpose, structure, and significance in Oracle EBS.

Purpose and Context

The PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS table is part of Oracle's Project Accounting Analytical Workspace, which enables multidimensional analysis of project-related data. Analytical workspaces are OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) structures that allow users to perform complex data analysis, including trend analysis, forecasting, and scenario modeling. This table specifically maintains the status of dimensions—such as time, organization, or project—that are used to categorize and analyze data within these workspaces. By tracking dimension statuses, the table ensures that analytical processes operate on consistent and up-to-date data.

Key Columns and Structure

The table typically includes the following key columns:
  • DIMENSION_ID: A unique identifier for the dimension being tracked.
  • STATUS_CODE: Indicates the current state of the dimension (e.g., "ACTIVE," "INACTIVE," or "PENDING").
  • LAST_UPDATE_DATE: The timestamp of the most recent update to the dimension's status.
  • LAST_UPDATED_BY: The user or process that last modified the dimension status.
  • CREATION_DATE: The date when the dimension was first created in the system.
  • CREATED_BY: The user or process that initially created the dimension.
  • DESCRIPTION: Optional field providing additional details about the dimension.
These columns collectively ensure traceability, auditability, and control over dimension states, which are essential for maintaining data accuracy in analytical processes.

Integration with Oracle EBS Modules

The PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS table integrates closely with other Oracle EBS modules, particularly:
  • Project Accounting (PA): Provides the foundational data for project-related dimensions.
  • General Ledger (GL): Ensures alignment with financial reporting dimensions.
  • Oracle Analytics: Facilitates the extraction and analysis of dimensionally structured data.
This integration ensures that dimensions used in analytical workspaces are synchronized with transactional data, enabling cohesive reporting across the enterprise.

Functional Significance

The table's primary function is to:
  1. Enable Dimension Management: By tracking statuses, it allows administrators to activate, deactivate, or modify dimensions as business needs evolve.
  2. Support Data Refresh Processes: Ensures that analytical workspaces use the most current dimension definitions during data refreshes.
  3. Prevent Data Corruption: By maintaining status metadata, it prevents analytical processes from using stale or invalid dimensions.

Technical Considerations

In Oracle EBS 12.1.1 and 12.2.2, the table is typically accessed via PL/SQL APIs or Oracle's OLAP tools. Administrators must ensure that:
  • Dimension status updates are performed during maintenance windows to avoid analytical inconsistencies.
  • Backup procedures include this table to preserve dimension state history.
  • Performance tuning is applied if the table grows significantly over time.

Conclusion

The PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS table is a foundational component of Oracle EBS's analytical capabilities, particularly for Project Accounting. Its role in dimension management ensures that analytical workspaces deliver accurate, timely insights, making it indispensable for organizations leveraging Oracle's OLAP functionalities. Proper understanding and maintenance of this table are crucial for maximizing the value of Oracle EBS's analytical tools.

  • Lookup Type: PA_PAGE_TYPES 12.1.1

    product: PA - Projects ,  meaning: Page Types ,  description: Page Types , 

  • Lookup Type: PA_PAGE_TYPES 12.2.2

    product: PA - Projects ,  meaning: Page Types ,  description: Page Types , 

  • Concurrent Program: PAXAARPT 12.1.1

    product: PA - Projects ,  user_name: Account Analysis Report ,  description: Standard Account Analysis Report ,  argument_method: Standard ,  enabled: Yes ,  execution_method: Java Concurrent Program , 

  • Concurrent Program: PAXAARPT 12.2.2

    product: PA - Projects ,  user_name: Account Analysis Report ,  description: Standard Account Analysis Report ,  argument_method: Standard ,  enabled: No ,  execution_method: Java Concurrent Program , 

  • Table: PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS,  object_name:PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Dimension status for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS , 

  • Table: PA_ORGS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_ORGS_IT,  object_name:PA_ORGS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_ORGS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS,  object_name:PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Dimension status for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_ADW_DIMENSION_STATUS , 

  • Table: PA_ORGS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_ORGS_IT,  object_name:PA_ORGS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_ORGS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT,  object_name:PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about class categories for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG,  object_name:PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about resource lists for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG , 

  • Table: PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG,  object_name:PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about resource lists for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_RES_LISTS_IT_ALL_BG , 

  • Table: PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT,  object_name:PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about class categories for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_CLASS_CATGS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  object_name:PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Business groups for expenditure organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_GL_PERIODS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_GL_PERIODS_IT,  object_name:PA_GL_PERIODS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about GL periods for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_GL_PERIODS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT,  object_name:PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about legal entities for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT , 

  • Table: PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT,  object_name:PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about sets of books for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  object_name:PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Business groups for expenditure organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_EXP_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_GL_PERIODS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_GL_PERIODS_IT,  object_name:PA_GL_PERIODS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about GL periods for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_GL_PERIODS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT,  object_name:PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about legal entities for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_LEGAL_ENTITY_IT , 

  • Table: PA_BGT_TYPES_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_BGT_TYPES_IT,  object_name:PA_BGT_TYPES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about budget types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_BGT_TYPES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  object_name:PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about business groups for project/task organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_BGT_TYPES_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_BGT_TYPES_IT,  object_name:PA_BGT_TYPES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about budget types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_BGT_TYPES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT,  object_name:PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about financial years for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL,  object_name:PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about project types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL , 

  • Table: PA_CLASS_CODES_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_CLASS_CODES_IT,  object_name:PA_CLASS_CODES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about class codes for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_CLASS_CODES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT,  object_name:PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about sets of books for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_SET_OF_BOOKS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT,  object_name:PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about project classes for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT,  object_name:PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about financial years for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_FINANCIAL_YRS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT,  object_name:PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about the group level of resources for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT , 

  • Table: PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT,  object_name:PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about financial quarters for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT,  object_name:PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about the group level of resources for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TOP_RLMEM_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  object_name:PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about business groups for project/task organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_BUSINESS_GRPS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_TOP_TASKS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TOP_TASKS_IT,  object_name:PA_TOP_TASKS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about the top task level for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TOP_TASKS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT,  object_name:PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about service types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT,  object_name:PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about service types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_SRVC_TYPES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_TOP_TASKS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TOP_TASKS_IT,  object_name:PA_TOP_TASKS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about the top task level for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TOP_TASKS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL,  object_name:PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about project types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_TYPES_IT_ALL , 

  • Table: PA_CLASS_CODES_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_CLASS_CODES_IT,  object_name:PA_CLASS_CODES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about class codes for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_CLASS_CODES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT,  object_name:PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about financial quarters for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_FINANCIAL_QTRS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT,  object_name:PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about project classes for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_CLASSES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_EXP_TYPES_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_EXP_TYPES_IT,  object_name:PA_EXP_TYPES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about expenditure types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_EXP_TYPES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_EXP_TYPES_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_EXP_TYPES_IT,  object_name:PA_EXP_TYPES_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about expenditure types for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_EXP_TYPES_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PROJECTS_IT_ALL 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PROJECTS_IT_ALL,  object_name:PA_PROJECTS_IT_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about projects for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PROJECTS_IT_ALL , 

  • Table: PA_LOWEST_RLMEM_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_LOWEST_RLMEM_IT,  object_name:PA_LOWEST_RLMEM_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about the lowest level of resources for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_LOWEST_RLMEM_IT , 

  • Table: PA_OPER_UNITS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_OPER_UNITS_IT,  object_name:PA_OPER_UNITS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about operating units for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_OPER_UNITS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_PRJ_ORGS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PRJ_ORGS_IT,  object_name:PA_PRJ_ORGS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about project/task organizations for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PRJ_ORGS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_TSK_BGT_LINES_IT_ALL 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TSK_BGT_LINES_IT_ALL,  object_name:PA_TSK_BGT_LINES_IT_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Task level budgets for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TSK_BGT_LINES_IT_ALL , 

  • Table: PA_PERIODS_IT 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PERIODS_IT,  object_name:PA_PERIODS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about PA periods for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PERIODS_IT , 

  • Table: PA_TSK_ACT_CMT_IT_ALL 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TSK_ACT_CMT_IT_ALL,  object_name:PA_TSK_ACT_CMT_IT_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Task level actuals and commitments for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TSK_ACT_CMT_IT_ALL , 

  • Table: PA_PERIODS_IT 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PERIODS_IT,  object_name:PA_PERIODS_IT,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Information about PA periods for Oracle Project Analysis Collection Pack ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PERIODS_IT ,