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Jun 24, 2024

SQL*Loader-00198

The TIMESTAMP_FORMAT parameter can only be specified with the TABLE parameter.

Cause

A control file was specified along with the TIMESTAMP_FORMAT parameter.


Action

Check the command line and retry. If you are doing an express mode load, omit the control file. If you are not doing an express mode load, omit the TIMESTAMP_FORMAT parameter.