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The PER_QUALIFICATIONS table in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.1.1 or 12.2.2 is a critical component of the Human Capital Management (HCM) module, specifically within the Oracle HRMS (Human Resource Management System) functionality. This table stores detailed information about the qualifications, certifications, and educational attainments of employees, contingent workers, and other persons registered in the system. It serves as a foundational data structure for tracking professional development, compliance requirements, and workforce competency management.

Table Structure and Key Columns

The PER_QUALIFICATIONS table contains several key columns that define the qualification attributes:
  • QUALIFICATION_ID: Primary key identifier for each qualification record.
  • PERSON_ID: Foreign key linking to the PER_ALL_PEOPLE_F table, associating qualifications with individuals.
  • QUALIFICATION_TYPE_ID: References PER_QUALIFICATION_TYPES, categorizing qualifications (e.g., degrees, certifications, licenses).
  • DATE_OBTAINED: The date when the qualification was awarded.
  • EXPIRY_DATE: For time-bound qualifications (e.g., certifications), this indicates validity.
  • GRADE_ATTAINED: Stores performance metrics (e.g., GPA, distinction levels).
  • INSTITUTION: Name of the awarding body (university, certification authority).
  • MAJOR_FIELD: Specific field of study or specialization.
  • STATUS: Active, expired, or pending renewal status.

Integration and Functional Usage

The table integrates with other HRMS modules:
  • Talent Management: Qualifications data feeds into competency assessments, succession planning, and career pathing.
  • Recruitment: Used to match candidate qualifications with job requirements during hiring.
  • Compliance: Tracks mandatory certifications (e.g., safety training, professional licenses) and alerts for renewals.
Business rules often enforce validation, such as preventing duplicate entries or requiring expiry dates for certain qualification types.

Technical Considerations

  • Indexing: The table is typically indexed on PERSON_ID and QUALIFICATION_TYPE_ID for performance optimization in queries.
  • Audit Trails: Changes may be logged in PER_QUALIFICATIONS_EXTRA_INFO or audit tables for compliance.
  • Flexfields: Descriptive flexfields (DFFs) allow customization to capture additional attributes like accreditation numbers or country-specific data.

Data Maintenance

Data is maintained via:
  • Oracle Forms: The "Qualifications" form in HRMS.
  • APIs: HR_QUALIFICATION_API for programmatic CRUD operations.
  • Bulk Loads: Data imports using Oracle Data Conversion or HDL (HCM Data Loader) in 12.2.x.

Reporting and Analytics

The table is a source for:
  • OTBI (Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence): Pre-built dashboards for workforce skills analysis.
  • Custom Reports: SQL queries joining with PER_ALL_ASSIGNMENTS_F to correlate qualifications with job roles.

Version-Specific Notes

  • 12.2.2 Enhancements: Improved DFF handling and REST API support for mobile access to qualification data.
  • 12.1.1 Limitations: Fewer web services compared to 12.2.x, relying more on PL/SQL APIs.
In summary, the PER_QUALIFICATIONS table is a pivotal element in Oracle EBS HCM, enabling organizations to systematically manage and leverage employee qualifications for operational and strategic purposes. Its design supports scalability, compliance, and integration with broader talent management processes.