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The PV_NOTIFICATION_SETUPS table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical repository for configuring and managing notification setups within the Procurement and Sourcing modules. This table primarily stores metadata related to approval notifications, workflow triggers, and communication settings for procurement processes, ensuring seamless automation and user alerts during requisitioning, purchasing, and approval workflows. Below is a detailed breakdown of its structure, purpose, and functional significance in Oracle EBS. ### **Purpose and Functional Context** The PV_NOTIFICATION_SETUPS table supports Oracle iProcurement and Oracle Purchasing modules by defining notification rules tied to specific procurement events. These notifications are essential for: - **Approval Workflows**: Triggering alerts when requisitions or purchase orders require approval. - **Status Updates**: Notifying requestors or approvers about changes in document status (e.g., "Approved," "Rejected," "Pending"). - **Exception Handling**: Alerting stakeholders about policy violations, budget overruns, or unmatched invoices. ### **Key Columns and Metadata** The table’s structure includes columns that define notification logic, recipients, and triggering conditions. Notable columns may include: - NOTIFICATION_SETUP_ID: Primary key, uniquely identifying each notification rule. - DOCUMENT_TYPE: Specifies the procurement document (e.g., "REQUISITION," "PO") triggering the notification. - EVENT_CODE: The workflow event (e.g., "APPROVAL_REQUIRED," "DOCUMENT_SUBMITTED") linked to the notification. - RECIPIENT_TYPE: Determines if recipients are role-based (e.g., "APPROVER"), user-defined, or derived from hierarchical setups. - TEMPLATE_ID: References the email or message template (stored in WF_NOTIFICATIONS) for standardized communication. - ENABLED_FLAG: Activates or deactivates the notification rule. - ORG_ID: Associates the setup with a specific operating unit for multi-org environments. ### **Integration with Oracle Workflow** Notifications configured in PV_NOTIFICATION_SETUPS leverage Oracle Workflow (WF) to execute alerts. The table interacts with: - WF_NOTIFICATIONS: Stores the actual notification messages sent to users. - WF_ITEM_TYPES and WF_PROCESSES: Defines the workflow processes tied to procurement events. - PV_WF_NOTIFICATION_PREFS: Optional table for user-specific notification preferences. ### **Customization and Extensibility** Administrators can customize notifications via: - **Oracle Workflow Builder**: Modifying event subscriptions or adding new triggers. - **Personalization**: Overriding default setups using FND_PROFILE_OPTIONS or user preferences. - **APIs**: Programmatic updates via PL/SQL or Oracle Integration APIs for bulk changes. ### **Example Use Case** A requisition exceeding $10,000 triggers an approval workflow. The PV_NOTIFICATION_SETUPS entry for this scenario would: 1. Define the DOCUMENT_TYPE as "REQUISITION." 2. Set EVENT_CODE to "APPROVAL_REQUIRED." 3. Specify RECIPIENT_TYPE as "APPROVER" (derived from the approval hierarchy). 4. Use a preconfigured TEMPLATE_ID for the email body. ### **Conclusion** The PV_NOTIFICATION_SETUPS table is a cornerstone of Oracle EBS procurement automation, ensuring stakeholders receive timely, context-aware alerts. Its integration with Oracle Workflow and extensible design enables organizations to tailor notifications to complex approval hierarchies and compliance requirements. Proper configuration of this table enhances process visibility, reduces manual follow-ups, and enforces procurement policies effectively.