Search Results msc_supplies




The MSC_SUPPLIES table is a critical data structure within Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2, specifically serving as a foundational component of the Advanced Supply Chain Planning (ASCP) module. This table stores supply-related transactional data, enabling planners to analyze and optimize supply chain operations. Below is a detailed technical overview of its purpose, structure, key columns, and integration within Oracle EBS.

Purpose and Functional Context

The MSC_SUPPLIES table acts as a repository for all supply records generated during planning runs. It captures data such as purchase orders, work orders, transfer orders, and on-hand inventory, which are essential for demand-supply matching, capacity planning, and exception management. The table is populated during ASCP plan execution and is queried by planners to review supply recommendations, shortages, and excess inventory scenarios.

Key Columns and Data Structure

The table comprises numerous columns, but the most critical ones include:
  • SUPPLY_ID: Primary key identifier for each supply record.
  • PLAN_ID: References the associated planning run in MSC_PLANS.
  • ORGANIZATION_ID: Identifies the inventory organization.
  • ITEM_ID: Links to the item in MSC_ITEMS.
  • SUPPLY_TYPE: Categorizes the supply (e.g., Purchase Order, Work Order, On-Hand).
  • QUANTITY: Stores the supply quantity.
  • NEW_SUPPLY_DATE: Indicates the expected arrival or completion date.
  • STATUS: Reflects the supply's workflow state (e.g., Approved, Firm, Suggested).
Additional columns track sourcing details (SOURCE_ORGANIZATION_ID, SOURCE_SUPPLIER_ID), pegging information (PEGGING_ID), and transactional metadata (CREATION_DATE, LAST_UPDATE_DATE).

Integration with Other Modules

MSC_SUPPLIES integrates with multiple Oracle EBS modules:
  1. Inventory (INV): Synchronizes with on-hand quantities via MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES.
  2. Purchasing (PO): References purchase orders in PO_HEADERS_ALL and PO_LINES_ALL.
  3. Manufacturing (WIP): Ties to work orders in WIP_DISCRETE_JOBS.
  4. Order Management (OM): Links to sales orders for demand-supply alignment.
Data flows into MSC_SUPPLIES during ASCP plan launches via the MSC_PLAN_PUBLISH API and is accessed by planning dashboards and reports.

Performance Considerations

Due to its transactional volume, MSC_SUPPLIES requires indexing on PLAN_ID, ITEM_ID, and ORGANIZATION_ID for optimal query performance. Partitioning by PLAN_ID is recommended for large-scale implementations. Purging obsolete records using MSC_SUPPLIES_PURGE procedures is critical to maintain system efficiency.

Custom Extensions and Reporting

Organizations often extend the table’s functionality by:
  • Adding custom columns via descriptive flexfields (DFFs).
  • Developing BI Publisher reports leveraging MSC_SUPPLIES data.
  • Integrating with third-party tools using Oracle’s Open Interfaces.

Conclusion

The MSC_SUPPLIES table is a cornerstone of Oracle ASCP, providing the granular supply data necessary for advanced planning analytics. Its design supports complex supply chain scenarios, while its integration with core EBS modules ensures data consistency. Proper maintenance and indexing are essential to harness its full potential in large-scale deployments.