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The FND_SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_VALUES table is a critical component in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 and 12.2.2, serving as a repository for segment-level attribute values used in Flexfields, particularly Key Flexfields (KFFs) and Descriptive Flexfields (DFFs). This table stores metadata that defines how segments within a Flexfield behave, including validation rules, display properties, and default values. It plays a pivotal role in ensuring data integrity, consistency, and configurability across Oracle EBS modules such as General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), and Inventory (INV).

In Oracle EBS, Flexfields are customizable data structures that allow organizations to tailor the application to their specific business requirements. The FND_SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_VALUES table works in conjunction with other foundational tables like FND_ID_FLEXS, FND_ID_FLEX_SEGMENTS, and FND_FLEX_VALUES to define the behavior of individual segments within a Flexfield. Each record in this table corresponds to an attribute-value pair assigned to a specific segment of a Flexfield structure. Key columns in this table include:

• APPLICATION_ID: Identifies the Oracle EBS application (e.g., GL, AP) to which the Flexfield belongs.
• ID_FLEX_CODE: The code of the Flexfield (e.g., 'GL#' for Accounting Flexfield).
• ID_FLEX_NUM: The structure number of the Flexfield.
• SEGMENT_NUM: The sequence number of the segment within the Flexfield.
• SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_TYPE: The type of attribute being defined (e.g., 'DEFAULT_VALUE', 'REQUIRED_FLAG').
• SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_VALUE: The actual value assigned to the attribute.

The FND_SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_VALUES table supports various segment attributes that control critical behaviors, such as whether a segment is mandatory (REQUIRED_FLAG), whether it should display in forms and reports (DISPLAY_FLAG), and default values (DEFAULT_VALUE). It also stores validation rules, such as whether a segment must be validated against a value set (VALIDATION_TYPE). This table is extensively used during Flexfield setup and runtime operations to enforce business rules and maintain data consistency.

In Oracle EBS 12.2.2, enhancements to Flexfields and the underlying architecture may impact how FND_SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_VALUES is utilized, particularly with the introduction of newer features like Flexfield Sharing across business units. However, the core functionality remains consistent with version 12.1.1. Administrators and developers interact with this table indirectly through Oracle's Flexfield administration screens or programmatically via APIs such as FND_FLEX_DESC_API and FND_FLEX_KEYVAL.

Understanding FND_SEGMENT_ATTRIBUTE_VALUES is essential for implementing and troubleshooting Flexfields in Oracle EBS. Incorrect configurations in this table can lead to data entry errors, validation failures, or unexpected behavior in downstream processes. Proper maintenance of this table ensures that Flexfields align with organizational requirements while leveraging Oracle EBS's built-in validation and security features.