Database Error Messages

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Jun 24, 2024

ORA-01182

cannot create database file string - file is in use or recovery

Cause

Attempted to use ALTER DATABASE CREATE DATAFILE to recreate a datafile that is online in an open instance or is being recovered.


Action

Close database in all instances and end all recovery sessions