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The AP.AP_SUPPLIERS_INT table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical interface table used in the Accounts Payable (AP) module for supplier data integration. This table serves as a staging area for importing supplier information from external systems into Oracle EBS before it is validated and processed into the base tables, such as AP_SUPPLIERS and AP_SUPPLIER_SITES_ALL. Below is a detailed breakdown of its structure, purpose, and usage.

Purpose and Functionality

The AP_SUPPLIERS_INT table facilitates the bulk loading of supplier data into Oracle EBS, ensuring data integrity and validation before committing records to the core supplier tables. It is commonly used in scenarios involving:

Data migration from legacy systems.
Integration with third-party procurement or ERP systems.
Batch processing of supplier master data updates.

Data loaded into this table undergoes validation checks via the Supplier Open Interface (AP_SUPPLIER_INT_PKG) before being transferred to the main supplier tables.

Key Columns and Structure

The table includes columns that map to essential supplier attributes, such as:

VENDOR_INTERFACE_ID: Primary key for interface records.
VENDOR_NAME: Supplier name (mandatory).
VENDOR_NUMBER: Unique identifier for the supplier.
TAXPAYER_ID: Tax registration number (e.g., VAT or TIN).
TERMS_NAME: Payment terms code.
ORG_ID: Operating unit for multi-org environments.
STATUS (e.g., PENDING, PROCESSED, ERROR): Tracks record processing state.
ADDRESS_LINES, CITY, COUNTRY: Supplier site details.

Data Flow and Processing

1. Data Loading: External data is inserted into AP_SUPPLIERS_INT via SQL*Loader, APIs, or custom scripts.
2. Validation: The AP_SUPPLIER_INT_PKG package validates records against Oracle EBS rules (e.g., duplicate checks, mandatory fields).
3. Processing: Valid records are transferred to AP_SUPPLIERS and related tables; errors are flagged in the interface table.
4. Error Handling: Records with STATUS = 'ERROR' include error messages in columns like ERROR_MESSAGE for troubleshooting.

Technical Considerations

Indexes: Indexes on VENDOR_INTERFACE_ID and STATUS improve query performance.
Concurrency: The interface supports parallel processing for high-volume data loads.
Custom Extensions: Additional columns can be added for integration-specific needs, though caution is advised to avoid conflicts with Oracle updates.

Best Practices

Pre-validate data externally to minimize errors.
Use the AP_SUPPLIER_INT_PKG API for processing instead of direct SQL.
Monitor the STATUS column to track pending/error records.
Purge processed records periodically to maintain performance.

Conclusion

The AP.AP_SUPPLIERS_INT table is a foundational component for supplier data integration in Oracle EBS, enabling efficient and controlled data imports. Proper usage ensures seamless synchronization between external systems and Oracle’s supplier master data, while adherence to validation and processing protocols maintains data accuracy and system integrity.

APPS.AP_VENDOR_PUB_PKG dependencies on AP_TCA_SUPPLIER_SYNC_PKG 12.1.1
APPS.AP_VENDOR_PUB_PKG dependencies on AP_TCA_SUPPLIER_SYNC_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_AP_SUPPLIER_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BUSINESS_CLASS_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_BUSINESS_CLASS_BO 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_TAX_PROF_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_TAX_PROFILE_BO_TBL 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_AP_SUPPLIER_BO 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BUSINESS_CLASS_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_BUSINESS_CLASS_BO_TBL 12.2.2
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APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_TAX_PROF_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_TAX_PROFILE_BO 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_CONTACT_BO_PKG SQL Statements 12.2.2
APPS.POS_HZ_LOCATION_BO_PKG dependencies on FND_API 12.2.2
APPS.POS_AP_SUPPLIER_SITE_BO_PKG dependencies on AP_VENDOR_PUB_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_CONTACT_BO_PKG dependencies on AP_VENDOR_PUB_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_HZ_LOCATION_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO 12.2.2
APPS.POS_PRODUCT_SERVICE_BO_PKG SQL Statements 12.2.2
APPS.POS_HZ_LOCATION_BO_PKG SQL Statements 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_ACCOUNT_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_BANK_ACCOUNT_BO_TBL 12.2.2
APPS.POS_HZ_LOCATION_BO_PKG dependencies on HZ_LOCATION_V2PUB 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO_PKG dependencies on FND_API 12.2.2
APPS.POS_PRODUCT_SERVICE_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_PRODUCT_SERVICE_BO_TBL 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPP_PUB_RAISE_EVENT_PKG SQL Statements 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_ACCOUNT_BO_PKG dependencies on FND_API 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_SUPP_PUB_RAISE_EVENT_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_BUSINESS_CLASS_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_PRODUCT_SERVICE_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_PRODUCT_SERVICE_BO 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_BANK_ACCOUNT_BO_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_AP_SUPPLIER_BO_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_PRODUCT_SERVICE_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO_PKG dependencies on IBY_DISBURSEMENT_SETUP_PUB 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_ACCOUNT_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_BANK_ACCOUNT_BO 12.2.2
PACKAGE: APPS.POS_PUB_HISTORY_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO_PKG dependencies on POS_BANK_PAYEE_BO_TBL 12.2.2
APPS.POS_AP_SUPPLIER_BO_PKG SQL Statements 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_TAX_PROF_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_TAX_PROF_BO_PKG SQL Statements 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_CONTACT_BO_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_AP_SUPPLIER_SITE_BO_PKG 12.2.2
APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_BO_DEP_PKG dependencies on FND_API 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_BO_DEP_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_BO_PKG 12.2.2
PACKAGE BODY: APPS.POS_SUPPLIER_UDA_BO_PKG 12.2.2
TABLE: AP.AP_SUPPLIERS_INT 12.2.2
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PACKAGE BODY: APPS.XTR_XTRHOAPR_XMLP_PKG 12.2.2
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PACKAGE: APPS.AP_VENDOR_PUB_PKG 12.1.1
PACKAGE: APPS.AP_VENDOR_PUB_PKG 12.2.2
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