What’s New in Oracle Primavera P6 24.12?

Oracle released Primavera P6 24.12. There are many new features related to Primavera P6 Professional and EPP M comparing to 23.12 version.

These new features are:

Bug Fixes:

•  The Primavera P6 24.12 release includes nine bug fixes from Oracle, showcasing their commitment to resolving identified issues within the software.

Improved Filtering in the Card View of Status Updates:

•    Flexible filtering options based on dates, contributors, activity IDs, WBS codes, status, type, and review type.
•    Quick and efficient location of specific status updates.

Define a Default Database for a Database Instance:

•    Option to designate a default database instance for new installations or when the previous database selection is not retrievable.
•    Enhances user experience with a seamless and predictable database selection process.

Modifying Security Privileges:

•    Consolidated view of all privileges in a single, searchable list.
•    Assign” option allows for quick modification of privileges within categories.

Easy Access to Audit Data:

•    EPS page displays comprehensive audit data.
•    Customizable audit period and table selection.
•    Improved visibility and accessibility of historical changes.

Migration from OBIEE to Oracle Analytics Server:

•    Transition to OAS for enhanced analytics and data visualization.
•    Ensures existing functionalities are preserved and recommends precautionary backups.

Open P6 Directly From an Activity Email:

•    Generated emails include hyperlinks that direct recipients to the specified project and activity in Primavera P6.

Faster Startup Time for P6 for Android and iOS:

•    Option to skip initial data download at login to reduce login time.
•    Manual data synchronization available if offline access is needed.

Milestone Activities Support All Relationship Types:

•    Supports all relationship types for start and finish milestones.
•    Streamlined conversion of activities to milestones.
•    Preserves relationship types when importing schedules from various sources.

Improved Clarity About Database Login:

•   Database and Language options are now prominently displayed on the login page, eliminating the need to expand the “Advanced” section.

Summary Bar Labels:

•     Displays aggregated values for selected fields at the grouping level.
•     Provides concise visual representation of key metrics within grouped sections of the project schedule.

User Administration Improvements:

•    Centralized view of the total user count.
•    Roll-up of user distribution across different modules.
•    Enhanced filtering to hide inactive users.
•    Improved clarity and efficiency in user administration.

Exclude Secure Codes When Pasting Data:

•    Option to exclude secure code assignments during data transfer operations.
•    Enhances usability and adaptability of Primavera P6.

Export Hierarchical Code Value Path to CPP:

•    Export includes the complete hierarchical path and code value path of each activity.
•    Enhances data clarity and integrity in the CPP format.

Drag Milestones and Remaining Early Start Date:

•   Manually adjust schedule by dragging milestones on the Gantt Chart.
•    Apply “Start On or After” constraints.
•    Flexibility in adjusting schedules for in-progress activities.

Standardize User Settings:

•   “Copy User Settings” dialog box for replicating configurations across multiple users.
•    Controls access to modules, resources, and projects.
•    Ensures consistent and controlled user access and preferences.

Web Service Allow List for REST Services (Cloud Only):

•   Extended to include Web Service REST endpoints.
•   Enhances security and control over web services access.

Sample User Inactivity Report Improved:

•   Includes the creation date of user accounts.
•   Differentiates between inactive users and new accounts.