Error
Error Code:
ACFS-03943
Oracle Database Error ACFS-03943: Invalid Characters in Snapshot Name
Description
This error indicates a failure to create an Oracle ACFS volume snapshot. The operation failed because the specified snapshot name contains one or more characters that are not permitted according to ACFS naming conventions. It typically occurs during storage management or backup operations when defining a new snapshot.
Error Message
Failed to create volume snapshot due to invalid characters supplied in specified name.
Known Causes
4 known causesForbidden Characters Used
The snapshot name includes special characters, symbols, or delimiters (e.g., '/', '\', '*', '?', ' ', etc.) that are explicitly disallowed by Oracle ACFS naming rules.
Invalid Character Placement
Although some characters might be generally allowed, their specific placement, such as leading or trailing spaces, or certain punctuation at the beginning/end, renders the name invalid.
Hidden Control Characters
The supplied name may contain invisible control characters, often introduced by copy-pasting from other applications, which ACFS interprets as invalid input.
Non-ASCII or Unsupported Encoding
The snapshot name might contain non-ASCII characters or characters from an encoding that is not supported or correctly interpreted by the ACFS environment.
Solutions
Coming SoonDetailed 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