Error
Error Code: ACFS-02120

Oracle Database Error ACFS-02120: Network Share Already Exists

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

This error occurs when an attempt to create an administrative network share for an Oracle ACFS (Automatic Storage Management Cluster File System) mount point fails because a share with the specified name already exists. It indicates a naming conflict or a configuration overlap, preventing the new share from being established.
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Error Message

administrative network share for mount point string already exists at share name ' string '
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Duplicate Share Name
The administrative network share name you are attempting to create is already in use by another share on the system or network.
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Residual Share Configuration
A previous administrative share with the same name was not fully de-registered or removed, leading to a lingering configuration that conflicts with the new creation attempt.
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Incorrect Share Naming
The chosen share name might contain invalid characters, be reserved by the system, or accidentally match an existing share due to a typo.
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Solutions

Coming Soon

Detailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:

General Troubleshooting Tips

  • Check the error message carefully for specific details
  • Review recent changes that might have caused the error
  • Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
  • Check log files for additional context
  • Try restarting the application or service