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The AHL.AHL_SCHEDULE_MATERIALS table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2 is a critical data structure within the Oracle Advanced Service Logistics (AHL) module. This module is designed to support complex service and maintenance operations, particularly for industries such as aviation, healthcare, and heavy equipment, where asset maintenance scheduling and material management are key operational requirements. The AHL_SCHEDULE_MATERIALS table serves as a repository for tracking materials required for scheduled maintenance tasks, ensuring that the necessary parts and resources are available when needed. ### **Purpose and Functionality** The primary purpose of the AHL_SCHEDULE_MATERIALS table is to associate materials (parts, tools, or consumables) with scheduled maintenance tasks. It acts as a bridge between maintenance schedules defined in the AHL_SCHEDULES table and the material requirements stored in inventory or procurement systems. This linkage ensures that service technicians have visibility into required materials before executing a maintenance task, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency. ### **Key Columns and Relationships** The table contains several important columns that define the relationship between scheduled tasks and materials: 1. **SCHEDULE_MATERIAL_ID** – A unique identifier for each material assignment. 2. **SCHEDULE_ID** – References the maintenance schedule in the AHL_SCHEDULES table. 3. **INVENTORY_ITEM_ID** – Links to the material in MTL_SYSTEM_ITEMS_B. 4. **ORGANIZATION_ID** – Specifies the inventory organization where the material is stored. 5. **QUANTITY_REQUIRED** – Indicates the amount of material needed for the task. 6. **UOM_CODE** – Defines the unit of measure for the material. 7. **STATUS_CODE** – Tracks the availability status (e.g., "Reserved," "Issued," "Backordered"). 8. **ACTUAL_QUANTITY_ISSUED** – Records the actual quantity used during maintenance. ### **Integration with Other Modules** The AHL_SCHEDULE_MATERIALS table integrates with multiple Oracle EBS modules: - **Inventory Management (INV)** – Validates material availability and reserves stock. - **Purchasing (PO)** – Triggers procurement if materials are unavailable. - **Work Order Management (WIP)** – Ensures materials are allocated to work orders. - **Costing (CST)** – Tracks material costs associated with maintenance. ### **Business Process Flow** 1. **Scheduling Maintenance** – A maintenance task is scheduled in AHL_SCHEDULES. 2. **Material Assignment** – Required materials are linked via AHL_SCHEDULE_MATERIALS. 3. **Availability Check** – The system verifies stock levels in inventory. 4. **Reservation/Procurement** – Materials are reserved or purchase requisitions are generated. 5. **Execution** – Upon task execution, actual usage is recorded in the table. ### **Customization and Extensions** Organizations often extend this table to include custom fields such as: - **Project-specific identifiers** (e.g., contract numbers). - **Alternative part mappings** for substitution logic. - **Third-party integration flags** for external warehouse systems. ### **Conclusion** The AHL.AHL_SCHEDULE_MATERIALS table is a foundational component in Oracle EBS AHL, ensuring seamless coordination between maintenance scheduling and material logistics. Its integration with inventory, purchasing, and costing modules makes it indispensable for service-driven industries requiring precise material planning and execution. Proper utilization of this table enhances maintenance efficiency, reduces operational delays, and supports compliance with service-level agreements (SLAs).