Assignment Table in Oracle Fusion HCM

In Oracle Fusion HCM, the “Assignment” table is a key data table that stores information about an employee’s specific job or position within the organization. The Assignment table is a fundamental component of the Core HR module and holds critical data related to an employee’s work assignment, including job details, compensation, work schedule, and other employment-related information.

Here are some of the key fields typically found in the Assignment table in Oracle Fusion HCM:

1. Assignment Number: A unique identifier assigned to each employee’s work assignment within the organization.
2. Person Number: A unique identifier assigned to each employee within the system.
3. Effective Start Date/Effective End Date: The date range during which the assignment is valid. The Effective Start Date marks the beginning of the assignment, and the Effective End Date (if applicable) indicates the end date of the assignment.
4. Job: The job role or position title associated with the employee’s assignment.
5. Position: The specific organizational position or job position associated with the employee’s assignment.
6. Employment Category: The category of employment for the employee, such as regular, contingent, temporary, intern, etc.
7. Worker Type: The type of worker classification, such as full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.
8. Pay Basis: The basis on which the employee is compensated, such as hourly, salaried, or commission-based.
9. Salary: The employee’s salary or compensation amount associated with the assignment.
10. Work Schedule: The standard work hours or schedule for the employee’s assignment.
11. Location: The physical location or work site where the employee is assigned.
12. Manager: The manager or supervisor responsible for overseeing the employee’s work.
13. Business Unit: The organizational business unit to which the employee is assigned.
14. Department: The department or division within the organization to which the employee belongs.
15. Assignment Status: The current employment status of the employee’s assignment, such as active, suspended, terminated, etc.

The Assignment table serves as the foundation for managing and tracking employee assignments and employment-related data in Oracle Fusion HCM. It enables HR administrators to efficiently manage the workforce, maintain accurate records, and perform various HR-related actions, such as hiring, promotions, transfers, and terminations. Additionally, the Assignment table is closely integrated with other modules in Oracle Fusion HCM, such as Payroll, Benefits, and Absence Management, to ensure consistent and seamless HR processes throughout the organization.