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The IGC.IGC_CC_HISTORY_SUMMARY_GT table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical component within the iProcurement module, specifically related to the procurement card (P-Card) reconciliation process. This global temporary table (denoted by the _GT suffix) serves as a transient storage mechanism for summarized procurement card transaction history data, facilitating efficient reporting and reconciliation workflows. Below is a detailed technical breakdown of its purpose, structure, and integration within Oracle EBS.

1. Purpose and Functional Context

The IGC_CC_HISTORY_SUMMARY_GT table is designed to support the summarization and reporting of P-Card transactions during reconciliation. It acts as an intermediary storage for aggregated data before final processing or display in Oracle iProcurement's reconciliation screens. Key functionalities include:
  • Transaction Aggregation: Summarizes P-Card transactions by attributes like merchant, date, or expense category.
  • Performance Optimization: Reduces query overhead by pre-processing large transaction datasets.
  • Reconciliation Workflow: Enables users to review and match transactions against internal purchase records.

2. Table Structure and Key Columns

As a global temporary table, its data persists only for the duration of a session or transaction. Typical columns include:
  • TRANSACTION_ID: Unique identifier for each P-Card transaction.
  • MERCHANT_NAME: Vendor or merchant associated with the transaction.
  • TRANSACTION_DATE: Date of the transaction.
  • AMOUNT: Monetary value of the transaction.
  • STATUS: Reconciliation status (e.g., "Matched," "Unmatched").
  • EMPLOYEE_ID: Links to the employee who made the transaction.
  • EXPENSE_CATEGORY: GL account or expense type classification.

3. Integration with Oracle EBS Modules

The table interacts with several EBS components:
  • iProcurement (iProc): Primary interface for P-Card reconciliation, leveraging this table for reporting.
  • General Ledger (GL): Expense data may feed into GL journals post-reconciliation.
  • Payables (AP): Matched transactions may generate invoices or accounting entries.

4. Technical Considerations

  • Data Lifetime: Session-specific (ON COMMIT PRESERVE ROWS) or transaction-specific (ON COMMIT DELETE ROWS).
  • Indexing: Typically indexed on TRANSACTION_ID and EMPLOYEE_ID for performance.
  • Purge Mechanism: Automatic cleanup upon session/transaction completion.

5. Customization and Extensions

In implementations, this table may be extended via:
  • Custom Columns: Added to capture organization-specific attributes.
  • API Integrations: Enhanced to pull data from external card providers.
  • Workflow Hooks: Triggers for approval routing or audit logging.

6. Common Use Cases

  • Reconciliation Reports: Summarize unmatched transactions for auditor review.
  • Exception Handling: Flag transactions exceeding predefined thresholds.
  • Data Export: Feed summarized data to external analytics tools.

Conclusion

The IGC.IGC_CC_HISTORY_SUMMARY_GT table is a pivotal element in Oracle EBS P-Card management, offering a scalable and performant way to handle transaction reconciliation. Its temporary nature ensures minimal database footprint while supporting complex procurement workflows. Understanding its structure and integration points is essential for troubleshooting, customization, and optimizing P-Card processes in EBS 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 environments.