BIP Reports - Chapter 1: What is Oracle Fusion and BI Publisher?
✅ 1. Introduction to Oracle Fusion Applications
Oracle Fusion Applications is a suite of next-generation enterprise applications developed by Oracle. It blends the best features from Oracle's existing ERP products (like E-Business Suite, JD Edwards, and PeopleSoft) into a modern, cloud-based architecture.
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Modules in Oracle Fusion: Financials, HCM (Human Capital Management), SCM (Supply Chain), CRM, and more.
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Technology Stack: Built on Oracle Middleware, using Java, Oracle Database, and SOA for integration.
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User Experience: Unified user interface with web-based access and mobile compatibility.
Use Case: An HR manager can manage employee data, run payroll, and generate statutory reports – all from a single Fusion application.
✅ 2. What is BI Publisher (BIP)?
BI Publisher is Oracle’s enterprise reporting solution that enables users to design, generate, and deliver highly formatted reports.
Key Features:
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High-performance reporting with minimal impact on the database
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Supports a wide range of formats: PDF, Excel, Word, HTML, XML
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Flexible layout design using familiar tools like Microsoft Word and Excel
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Integrated with Oracle Fusion for real-time transactional data
BIP is embedded in Oracle Fusion, which means it doesn’t require separate installation for reporting needs within Fusion apps.
✅ 3. BI Publisher vs OTBI: What's the Difference?
| Feature | BI Publisher (BIP) | Oracle Transactional BI (OTBI) |
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| Usage Type | Operational, transactional reports | Ad-hoc analysis and dashboards |
| Data Source | SQL-based Data Models | Subject Areas (predefined views) |
| Output Format | PDF, Excel, Word, etc. | Dashboards, Charts, Pivot Tables |
| Complexity | Medium to High | Low (drag and drop) |
| Best Use | Invoices, Purchase Orders, Payroll Slips | Visual analytics & KPIs |
You use OTBI for on-screen analysis and BIP when you need to print or share a structured report.
✅ 4. Real-World Use Cases for BI Publisher
| Industry | Use Case |
|---|---|
| HR | Pay Slips, Employee Summary Reports |
| Finance | Trial Balance, Income Statements, Financial Reporting |
| Procurement | Purchase Order Print, Supplier Communications |
| Sales | Customer Order Summary, Invoice Generation |
✅ 5. Key Advantages of BI Publisher
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Separation of Data and Layout: Change design without touching the SQL logic.
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Flexible Templates: Use RTF, Excel, PDF, eText based on your needs.
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Easy Integration: Works with Fusion workflows (email, approval, etc.).
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Bursting Capabilities: Send personalized reports to multiple recipients in a single run.
✅ 6. Summary
Oracle BI Publisher is a powerful reporting engine embedded within Oracle Fusion Apps. It enables business users and developers to produce pixel-perfect, professional reports from transactional data. With its flexible templates and robust data modeling, BIP supports everything from simple tabular reports to highly formatted financial documents.
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Chapter 2: Architecture and Components of BI Publisher
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Understanding the relationship between Data Models, Layouts, and Report Definitions
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Overview of the BI Catalog and folders
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Interaction with Fusion data and roles
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