JD Edwards E1 Release 26: January 2026 Enhancements Driving Digital Transformation
The JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Release 26 January Update is now available, delivering an expansive set of enhancements across Applications, Tools, and the digital platform that empower organizations to automate with intelligence, optimize operations, and accelerate strategic transformation.
Beginning with Release 26 in October 2025, Oracle has aligned update names with release numbering (Applications Update 26 and Tools 9.2.26) to deliver streamlined lifecycle planning for IT and business teams and make it easier to adopt the latest capabilities as part of your digital roadmap.
Applications Enhancements
Sustainability Framework · Expanded capabilities to capture and manage environmental data covering Purchased Goods and Services (Scope 3 Category 1), Waste Generated in Operations, and Water Withdrawal — giving organizations actionable insights to drive sustainability goals while optimizing cost.
Procurement · Enhanced Procure to Pay Process Model with comprehensive Receipts and Voucher Match support, delivering connected, end-to-end process flows tailored to real-time order activity and business rules.
Manufacturing · New processing option in Work Order Inventory Issues to validate production numbers during interactive selection, cutting down manual checks and supporting precision in inventory-driven operations.
Sales Order Management · RMA Revisions now offers the choice to retrieve location information from the RMA Defaults table, empowering teams with greater flexibility in returns and credit processing.
Real Estate Management · Right-of-Use (ROU) asset amortization now supports Guaranteed Residual Value (GRV) visibility, ensuring depreciation schedules align with true asset value.
Transportation Management · Uplift Rate Shopping integration enhancements with Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) for improved logistics rate optimization.
Financials & Compliance · Updated 1099 formats and flexible TIN printing support ensure compliance with the latest US regulatory reporting requirements.
Human Capital Management · US and Canada payroll year-end updates deliver compliant processing for Forms W-2, 1099 series, and regional reporting requirements.
Localizations & Regulatory · EU ISO 20022 CAMT.053 payment reconciliation support and Brazil tax reform enhancements extend global operational readiness.
Tools and Digital Platform Innovation
Release 26 continues to expand JD Edwards’ digital foundation, delivering tools that help IT and business leaders build, scale, and secure automation with greater clarity and control.
- New Learning Paths enhance EnterpriseOne Widgets and UDO string translations with OCI AI services enabling smarter, contextual UX improvements.
- Support for Oracle AI Database 26ai and Oracle Linux 9 in One-Click Provisioning delivers next-generation performance and scalability for cloud environments.
- Centralized configuration support streamlines One-Click provisioning setups, reducing deployment complexity.
Click here to learn more about these enhancements via LearnJDE.
Continue the Momentum at Quest JDE Week: Gamechangers
Innovation doesn’t stop with Release 26; it comes to life at Quest JD Edwards Week: Gamechangers, a week-long virtual experience designed to help organizations translate new capabilities into real-world impact. The agenda features:
- Monday, February 23 – Development, Extensibility & Low Code/No Code
- Tuesday, February 24 – System Administration & Security
- Wednesday, February 25 – Upgrades & Modernization featuring CE’s session “Practical AI for JD Edwards: Real Use Cases, Real Results“
- Thursday, February 26 – Automation, Orchestration & Integration
Quest JD Edwards Week is where strategy meets execution, empowering teams to move faster, innovate smarter, and lead with confidence. Don’t miss out; registration opens January 26.
What’s Next: Blueprint 4D
Blueprint 4D is the must-attend event for organizations looking to future-proof their ERP strategy, skillsets, and technology investments.
The agenda is packed with hundreds of high-impact sessions — including Oracle keynotes, product roadmaps, hands-on learning labs, workshops, and deep-dive technical content. Whether your focus is modernizing JD Edwards, adopting Orchestrator and automation, or unlocking the full potential of Release 26, Blueprint 4D is your launchpad for maximizing ERP value and shaping what’s next. Sign up to be the first to know about CE sessions, activities and the annual JDE customer appreciation breakfast.
Explore the Powerful Capabilities of E1 9.2
The popular JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2 Capabilities Whitepaper provides a holistic overview of all the available tools, features and technologies within 9.2 Apps & Tools to help you become better equipped to move forward in presenting and/or realizing the value of continuous innovation with E1. This exclusive free whitepaper is available to JD Edwards customers upon request. Click here to subscribe.
