Position Synchronization in Oracle Global Human Resources Cloud allows assignments to inherit values from associated positions, streamlining workforce management by ensuring consistency between position definitions and employee assignments. The question asks for three advantages of using Position Synchronization, given that the customer has chosen Position Management for this functionality. The provided web results offer detailed insights into how Position Synchronization operates, which are leveraged here to validate the answer.
Option A: The customer can configure which assignment attributes to synchronize from the position.This is a correct answer. Position Synchronization allows customers to select specific attributes (e.g., job, department, location, manager) to synchronize from the position to the assignment. This configurability is set at the enterprise or legal entity level using tasks likeManage Enterprise HCM InformationorManage Legal Entity HCM Information. For example, a customer might choose to synchronize the job and manager but not the location, tailoring the synchronization to their needs. Oracle documentation confirms that users can specify which attributes are inherited, providing flexibility in workforce management.
Option B: For synchronized attributes, any position update will automatically be pushed to the incumbents' assignments.This is a correct answer. When Position Synchronization is enabled, changes to synchronized attributes in a position (e.g., updating a position’s department) are automatically reflected in all active assignments linked to that position. This automation reduces manual updates and ensures consistency across incumbents’ assignments. TheSynchronize Person Assignments from Positionprocess may be required for retroactive changes, but for active assignments, updates are typically automatic for synchronized attributes. Oracle documentation highlights that synchronized attributes inherit changes, streamlining maintenance.
Option C: Synchronized attributes will be displayed as read-only in the assignment to ensure the position as the only source of truth.This is a correct answer. To maintain data integrity, synchronized attributes in an assignment are displayed as read-only, preventing manual edits at the assignment level unless override is explicitly allowed. For instance, if the manager attribute is synchronized, the assignment’s manager field cannot be changed directly, ensuring the position remains the single source of truth. Oracle documentation notes that this read-only behavior enforces consistency, though overrides can be configured if needed.
Option D: If you use Position Synchronization, Manager Self Service cannot be used.This option is incorrect. There is no restriction in Oracle HCM Cloud preventing the use ofManager Self Servicewhen Position Synchronization is enabled. Manager Self Service allows managers to perform actions like viewing team details or initiating transactions, and these functions are compatible with Position Synchronization. Oracle documentation does not mention any such limitation, and Position Synchronization operates independently of self-service capabilities, making this option invalid.
Why these three advantages?The advantages inA,B, andCdirectly align with the benefits of Position Synchronization:configurability(choosing attributes),automation(automatic updates), anddata integrity(read-only attributes). These features reduce administrative effort, ensure consistency, and maintain a single source of truth, which are critical for effective workforce management. OptionDis a false statement, as Position Synchronization does not restrict Manager Self Service.
References
Oracle Global Human Resources Cloud: Implementing Global Human Resources, Document ID: docs.oracle.com, Published: 2023-12-12
Section: Position Synchronization: “You can select attributes to synchronize, and synchronized attributes are inherited automatically by assignments. Synchronized fields are read-only unless overrides are allowed.”
Oracle Global Human Resources Cloud: Using Global Human Resources, Document ID: docs.oracle.com, Published: 2024-07-02
Section: Position Management: “Changes to positions are reflected in assignments for synchronized attributes, ensuring consistency.”
Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Resources 24C What’s New, Document ID: docs.oracle.com, Published: 2024-08-27
Section: Workforce Structures Enhancements: “Position Synchronization improvements for attribute management.” ==================
