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The CS.CS_INCIDENTS_PURGE_AUDIT_B table is a critical audit table within Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) versions 12.1.1 and 12.2.2, specifically designed for the Customer Support (CS) module. This table serves as a repository for tracking and auditing the purging activities of service requests (incidents) in the Oracle Service Contracts and Support modules. Below is a detailed breakdown of its purpose, structure, and relevance in Oracle EBS implementations.

Purpose and Functional Context

In Oracle EBS, the Customer Support module manages service requests, contracts, and related interactions. Over time, the volume of incident data can grow significantly, necessitating periodic purging of obsolete or resolved records to maintain system performance and compliance with data retention policies. The CS.CS_INCIDENTS_PURGE_AUDIT_B table logs metadata about purged incidents, ensuring traceability and auditability. It captures details such as the purge execution timestamp, criteria used for purging, and the number of records affected, enabling administrators to validate data integrity and compliance.

Table Structure and Key Columns

The table typically includes the following key columns:
  • AUDIT_ID: A unique identifier for each purge audit record.
  • PURGE_EXECUTION_DATE: The date and time when the purge process was executed.
  • PURGE_CRITERIA: Details the conditions or parameters used to filter incidents for purging (e.g., closed incidents older than a specified date).
  • INCIDENT_COUNT: The number of incidents purged in the operation.
  • STATUS: Indicates the success or failure of the purge job.
  • REQUEST_ID: Links to the concurrent request ID in Oracle EBS, enabling cross-referencing with the FND_CONCURRENT_REQUESTS table.
  • CREATED_BY and CREATION_DATE: Capture the user and timestamp of the audit record creation.

Integration with Oracle EBS Processes

The table integrates with Oracle's standard purge mechanisms, often invoked via concurrent programs like Purge Service Requests or Purge Incident History. These programs reference the audit table to log their activities. In EBS 12.2.2, the table may also interact with Oracle's Online Patching (ADOP) framework, ensuring audit records remain consistent during patching cycles. Additionally, it supports compliance reporting, as auditors can query the table to verify adherence to data retention policies.

Technical Considerations

For performance optimization, the table should be indexed on frequently queried columns like AUDIT_ID, PURGE_EXECUTION_DATE, and REQUEST_ID. Administrators may also schedule periodic archiving of older audit records to prevent table bloating. In EBS 12.2.2, the table is part of the Oracle Fusion Middleware layer, leveraging features like Edition-Based Redefinition (EBR) for seamless upgrades.

Conclusion

The CS.CS_INCIDENTS_PURGE_AUDIT_B table is a foundational component for maintaining data hygiene and compliance in Oracle EBS Customer Support modules. Its structured logging of purge activities ensures transparency, supports regulatory audits, and aids in troubleshooting data management processes. Proper configuration and monitoring of this table are essential for organizations leveraging Oracle EBS for customer service operations.