Connecting Oracle APEX with Oracle EBS - Inventory System
1. Introduction:
This document guides through the integration of Oracle APEX with Oracle EBS (E-Business Suite),
specifically focusing on an inventory management system.
The goal is to create an application that can interact with Oracle EBS for managing the inventory of
items across multiple clinics.
2. Oracle APEX and EBS Integration:
- Both Oracle APEX and Oracle EBS use the same Oracle Database.
- We can use SQL and PL/SQL to query and update Oracle EBS data from APEX.
- Common data used includes tables like MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE,
MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES, and MTL_SYSTEM_ITEMS_INTERFACE.
3. Key Integration Techniques:
3.1 Common Database Connection:
- Both APEX and EBS reside on the same Oracle Database, allowing APEX to query or update
data directly.
- Ensure that the proper schema and permissions are set to allow APEX to access EBS tables.
3.2 PL/SQL Procedures for EBS Data:
- APEX can use PL/SQL code to interact with EBS data. For example, inserting a transaction in
MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE:
Example PL/SQL to insert into MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE:
DECLARE
l_item_id NUMBER := :P_ITEM_ID;
l_qty NUMBER := :P_TRANSFER_QTY;
l_subinv_from VARCHAR2(30) := :P_FROM_SUBINVENTORY;
l_subinv_to VARCHAR2(30) := :P_TO_SUBINVENTORY;
l_org_id NUMBER := :P_ORG_ID;
BEGIN
INSERT INTO MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE (
TRANSACTION_INTERFACE_ID,
INVENTORY_ITEM_ID,
ORGANIZATION_ID,
SUBINVENTORY_CODE,
TRANSACTION_QUANTITY,
TRANSACTION_UOM,
TRANSACTION_DATE,
TRANSACTION_TYPE_ID,
TRANSACTION_ACTION_ID
VALUES (
MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE_S.NEXTVAL,
l_item_id,
l_org_id,
l_subinv_from,
l_qty,
'EA',
SYSDATE,
4,
);
END;
3.3 Web Services for External Functions:
- Web Services (SOAP/REST) can be used for complex integrations. APEX can consume EBS
Web Services to call functions like adding items, updating inventory, etc.
- Example for calling a Web Service from APEX:
declare
l_url varchar2(1000);
l_response clob;
begin
l_url := 'https://ebs_server.example.com/ebs/ws/update_inventory';
l_response := apex_web_service.make_rest_request(
p_url => l_url,
p_http_method => 'POST',
p_body => '{"item_id": "' || :P_ITEM_ID || '", "quantity": "' || :P_TRANSFER_QTY || '"}'
);
dbms_output.put_line(l_response);
end;
3.4 Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC):
- OIC provides an easy way to integrate APEX with EBS when dealing with external systems or
more complex workflows.
4. Step-by-Step Guide for Inventory System:
4.1 IN Screen (Add Items to Inventory):
- Capture item details (Item ID, Quantity, UOM, etc.).
- Insert data into MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE and update stock quantities in
MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES.
Example for adding item:
- Use APEX form fields to capture user input.
- After form submission, trigger a PL/SQL process to insert the item into
MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE.
4.2 OUT Screen (Remove Items from Inventory):
- Capture item details and quantity to be removed.
- Insert data into MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE and decrease the stock quantities in
MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES.
Example for removing item:
- Check if the item quantity is sufficient before proceeding.
- Update MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES by reducing the available stock.
4.3 Transfer Screen (Transfer Items Between Clinics):
- Select item, source clinic, and destination clinic.
- Use PL/SQL to update inventory quantities in both source and destination clinics.
Example PL/SQL for item transfer:
BEGIN
INSERT INTO MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE (
TRANSACTION_INTERFACE_ID,
INVENTORY_ITEM_ID,
ORGANIZATION_ID,
SUBINVENTORY_CODE,
TRANSACTION_QUANTITY,
TRANSACTION_UOM,
TRANSACTION_DATE,
TRANSACTION_TYPE_ID,
TRANSACTION_ACTION_ID
VALUES (
MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE_S.NEXTVAL,
:P_ITEM_ID,
:P_ORG_ID,
:P_FROM_SUBINVENTORY,
:P_TRANSFER_QTY,
:P_UOM,
SYSDATE,
4,
);
UPDATE MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES
SET TRANSACTION_QUANTITY = TRANSACTION_QUANTITY - :P_TRANSFER_QTY
WHERE INVENTORY_ITEM_ID = :P_ITEM_ID
AND SUBINVENTORY_CODE = :P_FROM_SUBINVENTORY
AND ORGANIZATION_ID = :P_ORG_ID;
UPDATE MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES
SET TRANSACTION_QUANTITY = TRANSACTION_QUANTITY + :P_TRANSFER_QTY
WHERE INVENTORY_ITEM_ID = :P_ITEM_ID
AND SUBINVENTORY_CODE = :P_TO_SUBINVENTORY
AND ORGANIZATION_ID = :P_ORG_ID;
END;
4.4 Inventory View (View Available Items):
- Display available items with quantity details.
- Allow filtering by item, clinic, or other criteria.
4.5 Integration with Oracle EBS Concurrent Programs:
- Use APEX to trigger Concurrent Programs (like the `MTL_TRANSACTION_INTERFACE`
import) when new transactions are added or inventory is updated.
- Trigger Concurrent Programs using APEX APIs or by submitting a request to the Concurrent
Manager in EBS.
Example for submitting a concurrent program from APEX:
BEGIN
fnd_global.apps_initialize(:P_USER_ID, :P_RESP_ID, :P_RESP_APPL_ID);
fnd_request.submit_request(
p_program_name => 'MTL_TRANSACTION_INTERFACE',
p_parameter_list => :P_PARAMETER_LIST,
p_print => 'N'
);
END;
5. Testing and Optimization:
- Ensure the correct interaction between APEX forms and EBS tables.
- Perform tests to verify that data is updated accurately in MTL_TRANSACTIONS_INTERFACE and
MTL_ONHAND_QUANTITIES.
- Test the performance of concurrent programs and ensure they handle large volumes of data.
6. Future Enhancements:
- Adding email notifications on successful/failed transactions.
- Implement advanced reporting and data visualizations in APEX.
- Add role-based access control (RBAC) for managing user permissions.
Conclusion:
The integration between Oracle APEX and Oracle EBS provides a seamless way to manage
inventory across multiple clinics. This guide covers the key concepts, steps, and procedures for
creating an inventory management system and ensures smooth communication between APEX and
EBS.
