Oracle Cloud Application Update Readiness!

In this blog lets explore the Oracle Cloud Application Update Readiness. It provides comprehensive information on the latest updates for Oracle Cloud Applications. Here are the key components explained in detail:

1. Feature Listing Report

Oracle publishes a Feature Listing Report that is updated monthly. This report includes:

• New Features: Details about the latest features available in Oracle Cloud Applications.
• Implementation Dates: Information on when these new features will be available or become mandatory.
• Optional Features: A timeline of when optional features will be automatically enabled if not already activated by the user.

2. Search and Navigation

The update readiness page has enhanced search and navigation functionalities, making it easier for users to find relevant updates:

• Improved Search: Users can search for specific features, updates, or modules, and save their search criteria for future reference.
• Navigation Enhancements: The interface is designed to provide a more intuitive experience, allowing users to quickly locate and access the information they need.

3. Data Columns in Reporting

The reporting format has been enhanced with new data columns:

• Auto-Enable Dates: A column that indicates when optional features will be automatically enabled, helping users prepare for upcoming changes.
• Reorganized Columns: The data columns have been reorganized for better clarity and ease of use, making it simpler for users to understand and utilize the information provided.

Additional Resources

Oracle provides various resources to help users stay informed and prepared for updates:

• Release Content Documents (RCDs): Detailed documents that provide comprehensive information about the new features and changes in each release.
• Video Tutorials: Step-by-step video guides that walk users through the new features and updates.
• FAQs and User Guides: Additional documentation to help users understand the impact of the updates and how to implement them effectively.

By regularly consulting the Oracle Cloud Application Update Readiness page, users can ensure they are well-prepared for new features and changes, enabling them to leverage the full potential of Oracle Cloud Applications in their operations.

Selected EPM to view the available modules,

Selected to view the details related to Free Form.

It does lists all the updates that are available to viewed. Did Selected June & May 24,

And Click on See Report, to view the report. 

 Download the Report and view the report. 

For more detailed information, you can visit the Oracle Cloud Application Update Readiness page.

From the report here is the summarized view related to Free Form from June & May updates, 

Forms and Ad Hoc Grids Smart View Options for the SimulateConcurrentUsage EPM Automate Command:

• The SimulateConcurrentUsage EPM Automate command now accepts Smart View options for Open Form, Save Form, and Ad Hoc Grid use cases.
• Options for forms can be specified in the options.xml file within the input ZIP file.
• Applies to Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Planning, and Tax Reporting.

 IDCS Administrator Roles Outlined in Getting Started Guide:

• The Getting Started guide outlines IDCS administrator roles in EPM Cloud environments, detailing their privileges and limitations.
• Relevant to Account Reconciliation, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Profitability and Cost Management, Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Narrative Reporting, Planning, Profitability and Cost Management, and Tax Reporting.

Information on EPM Cloud Compliance with Oracle's Global Trade Policies in Getting Started Guide:

• The Getting Started Guide now includes information on EPM Cloud compliance with Oracle’s global trade policies, including restrictions for embargoed countries.
• Relevant to multiple modules including FreeForm.

 Information on Restricted Operations During Daily Maintenance in Getting Started Guide:

• Outlines restricted operations during daily maintenance in EPM Cloud environments.
• Relevant to multiple modules including FreeForm.

Loading Oracle ERP Cloud Exchange (FX) Rates to the Oracle EPM Cloud:

• Data Integration now has an out-of-the-box adapter to extract foreign exchange rates (FX rates) from Oracle ERP Cloud.
• Applies to Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Planning, and Tax Reporting.

 Runtime Parameters for the SimulateConcurrentUsage EPM Automate Command for Save Form:

• The Save Form operation now accepts runtime parameter values for business rules associated with a form through the SimulateConcurrentUsage EPM Automate command.
• Applies to Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Planning, and Tax Reporting.

 60-Day Retention of Backups from OCI (Gen 2) Test Environments:

• Daily backups of OCI (Gen 2) test environments are now retained for 60 days instead of the previous 30 days.
• Applies to multiple modules including FreeForm.

 Ability to Add a Custom Logo for Redwood Experience Themes:

• Users can now update Redwood Experience themes with a custom logo.
• Relevant to multiple modules including FreeForm.

 Forms 2.0 is the Default for New and Recreated Applications:

• Forms 2.0 is now the default Forms Version option for newly created and recreated applications.
• Applies to Enterprise Profitability and Cost Management, Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Planning, and Tax Reporting.

 Option to Use Existing Users with the simulateConcurrentUsage Command:

• The SimulateConcurrentUsage EPM Automate command can now use existing users in the identity domain for running concurrent operations.
• Applies to Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Planning, and Tax Reporting.

 Updated EPM Books Extension for Smart View:

• An updated EPM Books extension for Oracle Smart View for Office includes general improvements and defect fixes.
• Applies to Enterprise Profitability and Cost Management, Financial Consolidation and Close, FreeForm, Narrative Reporting, Planning, and Tax Reporting.

 

 Hope this was useful, Happy days on the Cloud!