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The PO_SYSTEM_PARAMETERS_ALL table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical repository for procurement-related system-level configurations. It stores organization-specific purchasing parameters that govern the behavior of the Purchasing (PO) module, ensuring consistent and controlled procurement operations across multiple operating units. This table is part of the Oracle Purchasing foundation and plays a pivotal role in defining default values, approval hierarchies, document numbering, and other procurement workflows. ### **Key Columns and Their Significance** 1. **ORG_ID**: Identifies the operating unit to which the parameters apply, enabling multi-org functionality. Each record is tied to a specific organization in HR_ORGANIZATION_UNITS. 2. **AUTO_RECEIVE_FLAG**: Determines whether receipts are automatically generated upon approval of a purchase order, streamlining the receiving process. 3. **REQUISITION_APPROVAL_HIERARCHY**: Defines the approval workflow for requisitions (e.g., supervisory hierarchy, position-based, or job-based). 4. **PO_APPROVAL_HIERARCHY**: Specifies the approval hierarchy for purchase orders, mirroring organizational structures or custom approval paths. 5. **DEFAULT_BUYER_ID**: Sets the default buyer assigned to requisitions or POs when no specific buyer is designated. 6. **ENABLE_BUYER_WORKFLOW**: Controls whether buyer-specific workflows are activated, allowing tailored routing of documents. 7. **NUMERIC_DOCUMENT_NUMBERS**: Enforces numeric-only document numbering for POs and requisitions if set to 'Y'. 8. **ALLOW_AUTOCREATE_PO_FLAG**: Permits automatic PO creation from approved requisitions, reducing manual intervention. 9. **USE_APPROVED_SUPPLIERS_ONLY**: Restricts procurement to pre-approved suppliers when enabled, ensuring compliance. 10. **ENABLE_SHIPMENT_SCHEDULES**: Manages whether shipment schedules are mandatory or optional for PO lines. ### **Functional Impact** - **Multi-Org Compliance**: By segregating parameters per ORG_ID, the table supports diverse procurement policies across global entities. - **Workflow Automation**: Approval hierarchies and auto-receiving flags reduce manual steps, accelerating procure-to-pay cycles. - **Audit and Control**: Parameters like USE_APPROVED_SUPPLIERS_ONLY enforce policy adherence, mitigating risks. - **Integration**: Default values (e.g., buyers, tolerance thresholds) synchronize with other modules like Inventory and Payables. ### **Technical Considerations** - **Seed Data**: Initial configurations are seeded during installation but can be modified via the **Purchasing Options** form (Navigation: Purchasing > Setup > Organizations > Purchasing Options). - **APIs**: Custom integrations should use Oracle's public APIs (e.g., PO_PARAMS_GRP) to modify data, avoiding direct DML. - **Indexing**: The primary key (ORG_ID) ensures efficient querying. Secondary indexes may exist on frequently filtered columns. ### **Version-Specific Notes** - **12.2.2 Enhancements**: Introduces additional columns for cloud-ready features, such as enhanced approval delegation and mobile procurement support. ### **Conclusion** The PO_SYSTEM_PARAMETERS_ALL table is a cornerstone of Oracle Purchasing, centralizing configurations that drive procurement efficiency, compliance, and scalability. Administrators must carefully configure these parameters to align with organizational policies, leveraging the table's multi-org design to support complex enterprise structures.