User Defined Tables in Oracle Fusion HCM

User Defined Tables (UDTs) in Oracle Fusion HCM allow you to create and manage custom data structures within the Oracle HCM Cloud application. UDTs provide a way to extend and tailor the system to meet your organization’s specific needs without requiring custom coding or modifications to the core application.

Here’s how you can work with User Defined Tables in Oracle Fusion HCM:

1. Accessing UDTs: To access User Defined Tables in Oracle Fusion HCM, you typically navigate to the “Setup and Maintenance” work area, search for the “Manage User Defined Tables” task, and then select the appropriate UDT.
2. Creating UDTs: You can create UDTs to store additional data fields beyond the standard fields provided by the application. These fields can be defined with specific attributes such as data type, length, and validation rules.
3. Defining Fields: Within a UDT, you can define fields (columns) that are relevant to your organization’s requirements. You can specify the data type (text, number, date, etc.), field labels, and other properties.
4. Configuring Values and Lists of Values (LOVs): UDTs often include the ability to define predefined lists of values (LOVs) for specific fields. This ensures data consistency and helps users select appropriate values.
5. Associating UDTs with Business Objects: You can associate UDTs with various business objects in Oracle Fusion HCM. For example, you might associate a UDT with the “Person” business object to store custom information about employees.
6. Data Entry and Retrieval: After defining UDTs and their associated fields, users can enter data directly into these tables through the Oracle Fusion HCM application. The data can later be retrieved and used for reporting and analysis.
7. Security and Access Control: Oracle Fusion HCM provides access control mechanisms to ensure that only authorized users can view and modify UDT data. Security roles and permissions can be configured to control who can access and manage the data.
8. Reports and Analytics: The data stored in UDTs can be used in reports, analytics, and dashboards, just like standard data. This allows you to gain insights and make informed decisions based on the custom data you’ve captured.

Remember that while User Defined Tables offer flexibility, it’s important to plan and design them thoughtfully to ensure that they align with your organization’s processes and reporting needs. Additionally, Oracle’s documentation and resources provide more detailed information on how to work with User Defined Tables within the Oracle Fusion HCM application.