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The PON_AUCTION_ITEM_PRICES_ALL table is a critical component within Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2, specifically designed to support the functionality of Oracle Sourcing (part of the Oracle Procurement suite). This table stores detailed pricing information for items submitted in auctions, including supplier bids, negotiated prices, and historical pricing data. It plays a pivotal role in the auction lifecycle, enabling organizations to manage competitive bidding processes, track pricing trends, and facilitate procurement decisions. Below is a detailed breakdown of its structure, purpose, and integration within Oracle EBS.

Purpose and Functional Overview

The PON_AUCTION_ITEM_PRICES_ALL table serves as the repository for item-level pricing data in Oracle Sourcing auctions. It captures bid prices submitted by suppliers during reverse auctions, negotiated prices in direct negotiations, and any subsequent price adjustments. This data is essential for evaluating supplier responses, determining winning bids, and generating purchase agreements. The table supports multi-currency and multi-organization environments, aligning with Oracle EBS's global procurement capabilities.

Key Columns and Data Structure

The table's schema includes columns that map to auction-specific attributes, such as:

• AUCTION_HEADER_ID: Foreign key linking to PON_AUCTION_HEADERS_ALL, identifying the auction event.
• LINE_NUMBER: References the item line in the auction (PON_AUCTION_ITEMS_ALL).
• PRICE: Stores the bid/negotiated price for the item.
• CURRENCY_CODE: Indicates the currency of the price.
• SUPPLIER_ID: Identifies the supplier submitting the bid (linked to AP_SUPPLIERS).
• BID_NUMBER: Tracks iterative bidding rounds in multi-round auctions.
• CREATION_DATE and LAST_UPDATE_DATE: Audit columns for tracking changes.

Additional columns may include tax details, discounts, and price break quantities for tiered pricing scenarios.

Integration with Oracle EBS Modules

The table integrates with several Oracle EBS modules:

• Oracle Sourcing: Primary consumer of the data for auction management and bid analysis.
• Oracle Purchasing: Uses finalized prices to create purchase orders or agreements.
• Oracle Supplier Lifecycle Management: Leverages historical pricing for supplier performance evaluation.
• Oracle General Ledger: Aligns with financial data via currency and cost center mappings.

Data flows into this table through Oracle Sourcing's user interface or APIs during bid submission, and is subsequently accessed by reporting tools (e.g., Oracle BI) for spend analysis.

Technical Considerations

In Oracle EBS 12.1.1 and 12.2.2, the table inherits standard EBS features like Multi-Org Access Control (MOAC) via the _ALL suffix, enabling data partitioning by operating unit. Indexes on key columns (e.g., AUCTION_HEADER_ID, SUPPLIER_ID) optimize query performance for bid evaluation workflows. Customizations or extensions to this table should adhere to Oracle's Application Development Framework (ADF) guidelines to ensure upgrade compatibility.

Business Process Impact

The PON_AUCTION_ITEM_PRICES_ALL table directly impacts procurement efficiency by:

• Enabling real-time price comparisons during auctions.
• Supporting audit trails for compliance with sourcing policies.
• Facilitating cost savings through competitive bidding analytics.

Its data feeds into key metrics like "savings achieved" and "supplier responsiveness," which drive strategic sourcing decisions.

Conclusion

As a cornerstone of Oracle Sourcing, the PON_AUCTION_ITEM_PRICES_ALL table provides the transactional foundation for managing auction-based procurement. Its design reflects Oracle EBS's emphasis on scalability, integration, and data integrity, making it indispensable for organizations leveraging advanced sourcing capabilities in versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2.