Within Oracle Applications Release 12 (R12), the described element represents a fundamental procedure for programmatically initiating concurrent requests. It serves as a PL/SQL Application Programming Interface (API) function within the FND_REQUEST package. For instance, a custom application might leverage this function to automatically schedule and execute a standard Oracle report or a custom concurrent program after a specific business event occurs.
The ability to programmatically submit concurrent requests is essential for automating business processes, streamlining workflows, and integrating custom applications with the Oracle E-Business Suite. This capability minimizes manual intervention, improves data processing efficiency, and ensures timely execution of critical tasks. Prior to the widespread adoption of APIs like this, scheduling and managing such tasks often involved manual user interaction within the Oracle Applications interface.
