Testing Automation using Oracle Application Testing Suite (OATS)
- Published on : Aug 1, 2025
Introduction
Testing Oracle applications manually can be time-consuming, error-prone, and costly. That’s why Oracle created the Oracle Application Testing Suite (OATS) — a powerful, integrated testing platform designed to automate functional, regression, and load testing for Oracle E-Business Suite, Fusion Applications, and other enterprise systems.
If you’re new to OATS, this guide walks you through the basics step by step.
What is OATS?
Oracle Application Testing Suite (OATS) is an end-to-end testing solution that helps enterprises validate the functionality, performance, and reliability of Oracle applications.
It consists of four main components:
- OpenScript – The scripting environment where test scripts are created and customized.
- Oracle Functional Testing (OFT) – Automates functional and regression testing.
- Oracle Load Testing (OLT) – Simulates real-world user loads for performance testing.
- Oracle Test Manager (OTM) – Manages test cases, execution, and reporting.
Core Components Explained
1. OpenScript
- Java-based IDE for creating, recording, and editing scripts.
- Reusable scripts for functional, load, and regression testing.
- Extensible with custom code.
2. Oracle Functional Testing (OFT)
- Automates functional flows in Oracle ERP, CRM, and custom apps.
- Reduces manual testing efforts.
- Supports regression testing during upgrades or patches.
3. Oracle Load Testing (OLT)
- Simulates thousands of concurrent users.
- Helps identify performance bottlenecks.
- Useful for upgrade, migration, or new module go-live.
4. Oracle Test Manager (OTM)
- Centralized repository for test cases and results.
- Links requirements to test execution.
- Tracks defects and generates reports.
Benefits of Using OATS
- Faster Testing – Automates repetitive tasks and reduces manual effort.
- Improved Accuracy – Detects defects early and consistently.
- Supports ERP Upgrades – Ensures patches and new modules don’t break existing workflows.
- Performance Insights – Load testing identifies bottlenecks before go-live.
- Traceability & Reporting – Provides dashboards and evidence for audits.
- Cost Efficiency – Saves resources by reducing rework and downtime.
How OATS Helps Business Growth
- Faster Deployments – Accelerates ERP upgrades and new module implementations.
- Reduced Operational Risk – Minimizes business disruptions by catching errors early.
- Better Decision Making – Accurate testing data supports timely, informed business decisions.
- Scalable Testing – Supports growing enterprise applications without increasing QA resources.
- Higher User Confidence – Reliable ERP systems lead to better adoption and productivity.
How We Work with OATS
- Understand the Business Process – Identify critical ERP flows like Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, or Financial Close.
- Record and Customize Scripts – Use OpenScript to capture end-to-end processes.
- Run Functional and Regression Tests – Validate workflows using OFT.
- Scale Performance Testing – Simulate hundreds of concurrent users with OLT.
- Manage and Report – Track results, defects, and KPIs in OTM for stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement – Maintain reusable scripts, optimize test coverage, and integrate with CI/CD pipelines where applicable.
Conclusion
OATS is a comprehensive testing suite that simplifies Oracle ERP application testing across functional, regression, and performance dimensions. By leveraging its core components — OpenScript, OFT, OLT, and OTM — organizations can accelerate testing, improve accuracy, and reduce risks during ERP upgrades or cloud migrations.
At Process Point, we specialize in implementing test automation strategies with OATS. As a fully integrated solutions provider and Oracle Gold Partner, we help enterprises optimize their ERP testing, minimize downtime, and achieve faster, more reliable deployments.
👉 Want to discuss how OATS can benefit your business? Connect with us today — our team is ready to support your Oracle ERP journey with proven expertise and end-to-end testing solutions.
