What are the New Features of Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2.11?

January 31, 2023
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Published On January 31, 2023

Oracle E-Business Suite is a package of integrated, global business applications that support various business processes across multiple industries. It includes modules for financials, supply chain management, project management, human resources, and customer relationship management, among others. It provides a centralized platform for managing business processes, reducing data redundancy, and improving data accuracy.

Oracle EBS Continuous Innovation refers to the ongoing improvements and new features added to Oracle EBS. This continuous innovation approach allows Oracle to regularly deliver new functionality, updates, and upgrades to EBS customers without needing a significant release. The goal is to help customers stay current and take advantage of the latest technology while minimizing disruption to their operations. The latest release, Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2.11, is a maintenance release with several bug fixes and enhancements.

Oracle EBS 12.2.11 includes bug fixes and enhancements to existing rather than new features. Some of the key improvements in this release include the following:

Improved security features, including enhancements to user password management and single sign-on functionalities.
Improved performance and scalability, with faster processing and larger data volume handling capabilities.
Improved usability and user experience with new and enhanced navigation tools, user interfaces, and reporting capabilities.
Enhanced integration with other Oracle products, such as Oracle Cloud, to support end-to-end business processes.

How to Upgrade to Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2.11

Upgrading to Oracle EBS 12.2.11 from an older version requires a well-planned and organized approach involving several tasks such as data migration, testing, and validation. Here are some general steps involved in upgrading to Oracle EBS 12.2.11:

Plan the upgrade

Determine the scope of the upgrade.
Identify the business-critical systems.
Assess the impact of the upgrade on the existing systems.

Prepare the environment

Ensure that the hardware, software, and network configurations are up-to-date and compatible with the new version.

Backup your data

Take a backup of your existing databases and applications to ensure data protection in case of any issues during the upgrade process.

Upgrade your database

Upgrade the existing Oracle EBS database to the compatible version before upgrading the applications.

Upgrade the applications

Upgrade the applications to Oracle EBS 12.2.11, following the instructions provided in the upgrade guide.

Test and validate

Test the upgraded applications thoroughly and validate that the data has been correctly migrated and the business processes are working as expected.

Go live

Once the testing is complete, you can go live with the upgraded Oracle EBS 12.2.11 system.

Upgrade Paths to Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2.11

The upgrade path to Oracle EBS 12.2.11 depends on your current version of Oracle EBS. Here are some common upgrade paths to Oracle EBS 12.2.11:

From 11i to 12.2.11

Oracle EBS 11i customers must first upgrade to R12.2 and then upgrade to R12.2.11.

From R12.0 to 12.2.11:

Oracle EBS 12.0 customers must first upgrade to R12.2 and then upgrade to R12.2.11.

From R12.1 to 12.2.11

Oracle EBS R12.1 customers must first upgrade to R12.2 and then upgrade to R12.2.11.

Oracle EBS Migration to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Oracle EBS Migration to OCI involves moving an existing Oracle EBS environment from an on-premises or third-party data center to the cloud. The following are the general steps involved in migrating Oracle EBS to OCI:

Planning

Define the scope of the migration project, determine the timeline, assess the impact on business processes, and plan the migration of the data and applications.

Architecture design

Design a cloud architecture optimized for performance, scalability, security, and cost.

Data migration

Plan and execute the data migration from the existing environment to OCI, including the databases, file systems, and other data sources.

Application migration

Migrate the Oracle EBS applications to OCI, including customizations and extensions, following the guidelines provided in the migration guide.

Testing

Test the migrated applications thoroughly in the cloud environment to validate that the business processes are working as expected.

Go live

Once the testing is complete, you can go live with the migrated Oracle EBS environment in OCI.

The specific upgrade/migration steps and considerations may vary based on the complexity of your environment, the extent of customization, and the specific release versions. Engaging an experienced Oracle E-Business Suite consultant or partner is advisable to assist in upgrading and ensure a smooth, successful upgrade.

At Rite Software, we assess the current status of your Oracle EBS applications and future business goals to assist you in making the best decision and creating a migration plan to the cloud. As an Oracle Partner, we possess extensive knowledge in deploying Oracle EBS for clients across industries. Our systematic approach based on industry standards and a tested implementation process makes us a dependable partner in your EBS modernization journey. This includes defining a roadmap, executing upgrades, migrating to the cloud, and providing ongoing maintenance and support.