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The PO_REQ_DISTRIBUTIONS_ALL table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical repository for storing distribution-level information related to requisitions within the Purchasing module. This table serves as a child entity to the PO_REQUISITION_LINES_ALL table, capturing financial and accounting details for each requisition line, ensuring proper allocation of costs across multiple accounts, projects, tasks, or other budgetary entities. Below is a detailed breakdown of its structure, functionality, and integration within Oracle EBS.

Key Attributes of PO_REQ_DISTRIBUTIONS_ALL

The table contains columns that define the financial and logistical distribution of requisitioned items. Key columns include:
  • DISTRIBUTION_ID: Primary key uniquely identifying each distribution record.
  • REQUISITION_LINE_ID: Foreign key linking to PO_REQUISITION_LINES_ALL, associating the distribution with a specific requisition line.
  • SET_OF_BOOKS_ID: Identifies the general ledger to which the distribution is posted.
  • CODE_COMBINATION_ID: References the accounting flexfield (GL account) for the distribution.
  • QUANTITY: The portion of the requisition line quantity allocated to this distribution.
  • AMOUNT: The monetary value assigned to the distribution.
  • CHARGE_ACCOUNT_ID: Alternative account identifier for certain implementations.
  • PROJECT_ID, TASK_ID, EXPENDITURE_TYPE, etc.: Optional fields for project accounting integrations.

Functional Role in Requisition Processing

The PO_REQ_DISTRIBUTIONS_ALL table plays a pivotal role in:
  1. Cost Allocation: Enables splitting a single requisition line across multiple GL accounts, departments, or projects, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
  2. Budgetary Control: Integrates with Oracle General Ledger and Projects modules to validate available funds before requisition approval.
  3. Audit and Compliance: Maintains a detailed audit trail of fund distribution for reporting and compliance purposes.

Integration with Other Modules

The table interacts with several Oracle EBS modules:
  • General Ledger (GL): Distributes accounting entries via CODE_COMBINATION_ID.
  • Projects (PA): Tracks project-related expenditures through PROJECT_ID and TASK_ID.
  • Inventory (INV): Aligns distributions with item master data for accurate costing.
  • Procurement: Feeds into the Purchasing Approval workflow, ensuring funds are reserved before requisition conversion to a Purchase Order.

Technical Considerations

  • Multi-Org Structure: The _ALL suffix indicates it stores data for all operating units, filtered by ORG_ID in multi-org environments.
  • Indexing: Key indexes include PO_REQ_DISTRIBUTIONS_N1 (on REQUISITION_LINE_ID) for performance optimization.
  • API Dependencies: Manipulated via Oracle Purchasing APIs (e.g., PO_REQ_DISTRIBUTIONS_PKG) to enforce business rules.

Common Use Cases

  • Generating financial reports by cost center or project.
  • Reconciling requisition expenditures against budgets.
  • Troubleshooting approval workflow issues tied to fund checks.

Conclusion

The PO_REQ_DISTRIBUTIONS_ALL table is a cornerstone of Oracle Purchasing, ensuring granular financial control over requisition processing. Its design supports complex accounting requirements, multi-org deployments, and integrations with GL, Projects, and other modules. Understanding its structure and relationships is essential for custom reporting, troubleshooting, and extending procurement workflows in Oracle EBS 12.1.1 and 12.2.2.