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The CST_PERIOD_CLOSE_SUMMARY table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical repository for tracking and summarizing period-end closing activities in the Cost Management module. This table stores consolidated information about the status of inventory and manufacturing accounting period closures, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Below is a detailed breakdown of its structure, purpose, and significance in Oracle EBS.

Purpose and Functional Context

The CST_PERIOD_CLOSE_SUMMARY table serves as a central log for period-end closing processes, capturing key metrics such as the number of transactions processed, cost adjustments, and any errors encountered during the close. It is primarily used by the Cost Management module to validate and finalize accounting periods, ensuring that all inventory and manufacturing transactions are properly accounted for before financial statements are generated. This table is tightly integrated with other Cost Management tables like CST_PERIOD_CLOSES, CST_COST_DISTRIBUTION_LINES, and MTL_MATERIAL_TRANSACTIONS.

Key Columns and Data Structure

The table includes the following critical columns:
  • PERIOD_ID: Identifies the accounting period being closed.
  • ORGANIZATION_ID: Specifies the inventory organization for which the period is closed.
  • CLOSE_TYPE: Indicates whether the close is for inventory, manufacturing, or both.
  • STATUS: Reflects the current status of the period close (e.g., "Pending," "Completed," "Error").
  • TRANSACTION_COUNT: Tracks the number of transactions processed during the close.
  • LAST_UPDATE_DATE and LAST_UPDATED_BY: Audit columns capturing the timestamp and user who last modified the record.

Integration with Period Close Workflow

During the period close process, Oracle EBS populates this table with summarized data from transactional tables. For example:
  1. The system aggregates pending transactions from MTL_MATERIAL_TRANSACTIONS and calculates their impact on inventory valuation.
  2. Cost adjustments from CST_COST_ADJUSTMENTS are consolidated and reflected in the summary.
  3. Any errors (e.g., unprocessed transactions or validation failures) are logged to facilitate troubleshooting.

Reporting and Troubleshooting

The CST_PERIOD_CLOSE_SUMMARY table is frequently queried by standard Oracle reports like the "Period Close Exceptions Report" and custom dashboards to monitor close progress. Administrators use this data to:
  • Identify incomplete closes requiring intervention.
  • Analyze historical close performance for process improvements.
  • Verify audit trails for compliance purposes.

Technical Considerations

In Oracle EBS 12.2.2, this table is part of the online patching (ADOP) framework, ensuring minimal downtime during maintenance. Performance tuning (e.g., indexing on PERIOD_ID and ORGANIZATION_ID) is recommended for environments with high transaction volumes.

Conclusion

The CST_PERIOD_CLOSE_SUMMARY table is indispensable for accurate and efficient period-end closes in Oracle EBS Cost Management. Its structured data enables organizations to maintain financial integrity, streamline close cycles, and meet reporting deadlines. Understanding its role and leveraging its data effectively can significantly enhance operational control over inventory and manufacturing accounting processes.