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The PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 plays a critical role in the Project Accounting (PA) module by storing job-level billing rate override information. This table allows organizations to define custom billing rates for specific jobs, overriding the default rates defined in the system. Below is a detailed analysis of its structure, functionality, and integration within Oracle EBS.

Table Overview

The PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES table is part of the Project Foundation and Billing modules in Oracle EBS. It is used to store job-specific billing rate overrides, enabling organizations to apply unique billing rates for particular jobs, regardless of the standard rates defined in the system. This flexibility is essential for industries where billing rates vary based on job roles, project requirements, or contractual agreements.

Key Columns and Structure

The table contains several key columns that define the override rules:
  • JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDE_ID: A unique identifier for each override record.
  • JOB_ID: References the job for which the override is applied, linking to the PER_ALL_ASSIGNMENTS_F table.
  • BILL_RATE: The custom billing rate assigned to the job.
  • CURRENCY_CODE: The currency in which the billing rate is defined.
  • START_DATE_ACTIVE and END_DATE_ACTIVE: Define the validity period of the override.
  • ORG_ID: The organization to which the override applies.
  • CREATED_BY, CREATION_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY, LAST_UPDATE_DATE: Audit columns tracking record creation and modifications.

Functionality and Business Use Case

The primary purpose of this table is to allow organizations to override default billing rates for specific jobs. For example, a consulting firm may have a standard billing rate for a "Senior Consultant" role, but for a high-priority project, they may need to charge a premium rate. The PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES table enables this customization without affecting the default rates for other projects.

Integration with Other Modules

The table integrates with several Oracle EBS modules:
  • Project Accounting (PA): Used to calculate project costs and revenue based on the overridden rates.
  • Human Resources (HR): Links job definitions to employee assignments via the JOB_ID column.
  • General Ledger (GL): Ensures billing rates are applied in the correct currency for financial reporting.

Technical Considerations

  • Indexing: The table is typically indexed on JOB_ID, ORG_ID, and date columns to optimize query performance.
  • Data Integrity: Foreign key constraints ensure that JOB_ID and ORG_ID reference valid records in related tables.
  • API Usage: Oracle provides APIs (e.g., PA_BILLING_RATE_PUB) to programmatically manage overrides.

Conclusion

The PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES table is a vital component of Oracle EBS Project Accounting, providing the flexibility to customize billing rates at the job level. Its integration with HR, GL, and PA modules ensures accurate financial tracking and reporting. Organizations leveraging this table can efficiently manage project billing while adhering to contractual and operational requirements.

  • Table: PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES,  object_name:PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Non-standard job bill rates negotiated for specific projects and tasks ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES , 

  • Table: PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES,  object_name:PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: Non-standard job bill rates negotiated for specific projects and tasks ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_JOB_BILL_RATE_OVERRIDES , 

  • Table: PA_TASKS 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TASKS,  object_name:PA_TASKS,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: User-defined subdivisions of project work ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TASKS , 

  • Table: PA_TASKS 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_TASKS,  object_name:PA_TASKS,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: User-defined subdivisions of project work ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_TASKS , 

  • Table: PA_PROJECTS_ALL 12.1.1

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PROJECTS_ALL,  object_name:PA_PROJECTS_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: PA_PROJECTS_ALL stores the highest units of work defined in Oracle Projects. ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PROJECTS_ALL , 

  • Table: PA_PROJECTS_ALL 12.2.2

    owner:PA,  object_type:TABLE,  fnd_design_data:PA.PA_PROJECTS_ALL,  object_name:PA_PROJECTS_ALL,  status:VALID,  product: PA - Projects ,  description: PA_PROJECTS_ALL stores the highest units of work defined in Oracle Projects. ,  implementation_dba_data: PA.PA_PROJECTS_ALL ,