Element Entries Table in Oracle Fusion HCM

In Oracle Fusion HCM, the “Element Entries” table is a core database table used to store information related to payroll elements and their corresponding entries for each employee. This table is a crucial part of the payroll processing system within Oracle Fusion HCM.

The “Element Entries” table contains detailed records for each payroll element associated with an employee, such as earnings, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other components of their compensation. Each entry in the table represents a specific instance of a payroll element for a particular employee during a defined time period.

Key columns and fields typically found in the “Element Entries” table include:

1. Element Entry ID: A unique identifier for each individual entry in the table.
2. Element Link ID: This links the element entry to the corresponding payroll element definition in the system.
3. Element Type: Indicates whether the element is an earning, deduction, benefit, or other types.
4. Input Value: The value associated with the element entry, representing the amount or quantity for that element.
5. Input Type: Specifies the type of input, such as fixed amount, rate, percentage, or formula-based.
6. Currency Code: The currency in which the element entry amount is defined.
7. Effective Start Date and Effective End Date: The dates during which the element entry is valid and active.
8. Assignment ID: The unique identifier for the assignment of the employee (employee’s job) to which the element entry applies.
9. Payroll ID: The unique identifier for the payroll associated with the element entry.
10. Input Value 2, Input Value 3, etc.: Additional input values that some elements may require.
11. Entry Values: Some elements may store specific values, such as tax codes or benefit plan options, in this field.
12. Various flags and statuses: To indicate the processing status of the element entry.

The “Element Entries” table is critical for accurate payroll processing as it holds the necessary data to calculate an employee’s compensation based on their specific elements and corresponding values. The table’s records are processed during payroll runs to determine the final payment amounts for each employee.

It is important to note that the table structure and column names may vary depending on the specific version and configuration of Oracle Fusion HCM. As with any database table, it should be used and accessed with appropriate security and access controls to maintain data integrity and confidentiality.