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Overview

The CZ_MODEL_USAGES_TL table is a core data object within the Oracle Configurator (CZ) module of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2. It functions as a translation table, specifically designed to store language-specific descriptions for model usages. In the context of the Configurator, a model usage defines how a configurable model is applied or referenced within a specific business context, such as a particular item or transaction type. This table enables the support of multiple languages, allowing descriptive text for these usages to be presented in a user's preferred language, which is critical for global deployments of EBS. Its role is integral to the internationalization (i18n) architecture of the Configurator, separating translatable text from the base transactional data.

Key Information Stored

The table stores the translated textual attributes associated with a model usage. Its structure is typical of EBS translation tables, combining a key identifier with a language code. The primary key is a composite of MODEL_USAGE_ID and LANGUAGE, ensuring a unique entry for each usage in each supported language. The MODEL_USAGE_ID column is a foreign key that links directly to the base CZ_MODEL_USAGES table, anchoring the translation to its core definition. The LANGUAGE column holds the ISO language code (e.g., 'US' for American English, 'DE' for German). The most significant data column, though not explicitly listed in the provided metadata but standard for TL tables, would typically be named DESCRIPTION or a similar attribute, holding the actual translated text for the model usage. Additional columns common to TL tables, such as SOURCE_LANG and potentially CREATED_BY, CREATION_DATE, LAST_UPDATED_BY, and LAST_UPDATE_DATE, are also likely present for tracking translation origins and audit purposes.

Common Use Cases and Queries

The primary use case is the dynamic retrieval of model usage descriptions in a user's session language for UI display within the Configurator interface. It is also essential for generating multi-lingual documentation or reports related to configuration models. A common query pattern involves joining this table with its base table while filtering for the desired language. For example, to retrieve all translated descriptions for a specific model usage, one might use: SELECT description FROM cz_model_usages_tl WHERE model_usage_id = :1 AND language = userenv('LANG');. For reporting purposes, a join to the base table is standard: SELECT b.usage_code, t.description, t.language FROM cz_model_usages b, cz_model_usages_tl t WHERE b.model_usage_id = t.model_usages_id AND t.language IN ('US','DE');. This supports the creation of translation audits or language-specific reference sheets.

Related Objects

The most direct and critical relationship for CZ_MODEL_USAGES_TL is with its parent base table, CZ_MODEL_USAGES. The foreign key constraint (CZ_MODEL_USAGES_TL.MODEL_USAGE_ID references CZ_MODEL_USAGES) enforces this referential integrity. This table is part of the broader Configurator schema (CZ), and its data is typically accessed via the Configurator's public APIs or underlying application logic, rather than directly. While specific dependent views or APIs are not listed in the metadata, it is standard for EBS modules to provide views (potentially prefixed with CZ_) that join base and translation tables for simplified querying. Any application screen or report within the Configurator module that displays a model usage description in a non-base language will inherently depend on the data within this translation table.