Error
Error Code: ACFS-05002

Oracle Database Error ACFS-05002: Missing ACFS Replication Alias

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Description

This error indicates that an Oracle ACFS replication operation, such as creating or starting a replication, failed because the necessary Oracle Net alias for the primary replication site was not specified or could not be resolved. This alias is crucial for ACFS to establish a connection to the primary database instance for data synchronization.
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Error Message

must provide an Oracle Net alias to the primary replication site
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Oracle Net Alias Not Provided
The ACFS replication command or configuration parameter for the primary site alias was left blank or omitted.
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Alias Not Defined in TNS
The specified Oracle Net alias is not present or correctly defined in the `tnsnames.ora` file or a configured naming service.
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Typographical Error in Alias
A spelling mistake or case mismatch in the provided Oracle Net alias prevents its proper identification and resolution.
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Solutions

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