Descriptive Flexfields in Fusion Cloud

Descriptive Flexfields in Fusion Cloud

Descriptive Flexfields (DFFs) in Oracle Fusion Cloud are a customizable feature designed to allow businesses to extend the functionality of their Oracle applications by adding additional fields to capture specific information. These fields can be tailored to suit unique business requirements without altering the underlying code of the application.

Key Aspects of Descriptive Flexfields:

1. Purpose and Functionality:
   1. DFFs provide the capability to add extra attributes or fields to a standard Oracle Fusion Cloud form, enabling the capture of business-specific information that is not accommodated by the standard form.
2. Structure of DFFs:
   1. A Descriptive Flexfield is typically made up of segments, where each segment represents an individual field that can store data. Administrators can define the number and type of these segments.
3. Configurability:
   1. DFFs are highly configurable, with options to set the data type, format, length, and whether a segment is mandatory or optional. They can also be configured with validation rules and default values.
4. Context-Sensitivity:
   1. DFFs can be context-sensitive, meaning the fields displayed can change based on other data entered in the form. For example, different fields may appear based on the selection of a particular item type or department.
5. Visibility and Access:
   1. The visibility of DFFs can be controlled so that they appear only when relevant, reducing screen clutter and focusing user input.
6. Integration with Application Forms:
   1. Once configured, DFFs appear seamlessly on Oracle Fusion application forms, providing a native user experience.

Applications of Descriptive Flexfields:

1. DFFs are used in various Oracle Fusion modules such as Human Capital Management (HCM), Financials, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to capture additional data as per the specific needs of each business function.