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The POS_SUP_PRODUCTS_SERVICES table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical data structure within the Procurement and Sourcing module, specifically supporting supplier product and service catalog functionality. This table stores detailed information about products and services offered by suppliers, enabling organizations to maintain a centralized repository of supplier-provided items for streamlined procurement processes. Below is a detailed technical and functional breakdown of this table.

Functional Overview

The POS_SUP_PRODUCTS_SERVICES table facilitates supplier catalog management by storing metadata related to products and services that suppliers offer. It integrates with Oracle iSupplier Portal, allowing suppliers to self-manage their catalogs, ensuring real-time updates. This table supports key procurement workflows such as requisitioning, purchase order creation, and contract compliance by maintaining accurate supplier item details, including descriptions, pricing, and availability.

Technical Structure

The table consists of multiple columns that capture essential attributes of supplier products and services. Key columns include:
  • SUPPLIER_PRODUCT_ID: Primary key uniquely identifying each supplier product/service record.
  • SUPPLIER_ID: References the supplier (from PO_VENDORS) offering the product/service.
  • ITEM_DESCRIPTION: Detailed description of the product or service.
  • UNIT_OF_MEASURE: Standard UOM (e.g., EA, KG) for the item.
  • UNIT_PRICE: Cost per unit, critical for purchase order pricing.
  • CURRENCY_CODE: Currency in which the price is quoted (links to FND_CURRENCIES).
  • CATEGORY_ID: Classification of the item (references PO_CATEGORIES).
  • START_DATE_ACTIVE/END_DATE_ACTIVE: Validity period for the item.
  • APPROVAL_STATUS: Tracks workflow approval states (e.g., "Pending," "Approved").

Integration Points

The table interacts with several Oracle EBS modules:
  • Inventory (INV): Links to MTL_SYSTEM_ITEMS via INVENTORY_ITEM_ID for cross-referencing internal items.
  • Purchasing (PO): Integrates with PO_REQUISITION_LINES and PO_LINES to enable requisition-to-order workflows.
  • iSupplier Portal: Suppliers update their catalogs via this interface, which propagates data to POS_SUP_PRODUCTS_SERVICES.

Key Features

  1. Supplier Self-Service: Suppliers maintain their own product data, reducing administrative overhead.
  2. Price Synchronization: Ensures purchase orders reflect current supplier pricing.
  3. Compliance Tracking: Validates items against contracted terms and approved supplier lists.
  4. Multi-Org Support: Data is partitioned by ORG_ID for multi-organization deployments.

Customization Considerations

Organizations often extend this table via descriptive flexfields (DFFs) to capture industry-specific attributes. For example, healthcare providers may add fields like FDA_APPROVAL_CODE. Custom indexes on frequently queried columns (e.g., SUPPLIER_ID + CATEGORY_ID) can improve performance for large catalogs.

Data Maintenance

Routine purges of obsolete records (via END_DATE_ACTIVE) are recommended to optimize query performance. Oracle provides concurrent programs like "Purge Supplier Products" to automate this.

Conclusion

The POS_SUP_PRODUCTS_SERVICES table is a cornerstone of Oracle EBS procurement functionality, bridging supplier catalogs with internal purchasing operations. Its design supports scalability, compliance, and process automation, making it indispensable for organizations leveraging Oracle's supplier collaboration tools.