Error
Error Code: ORA-28137

Oracle FGA Handler Issue

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

The ORA-28137 error indicates that an invalid Fine-Grained Auditing (FGA) audit handler was specified during configuration. This prevents the database from correctly logging audit events as intended.
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Error Message

ORA-28137: Invalid FGA audit Handler
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Known Causes

4 known causes
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Incorrect Handler Name
The specified audit handler name does not exist or is misspelled. This will prevent the FGA policy from correctly routing audit events.
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Handler Not Accessible
The audit handler lacks the necessary privileges or permissions to be accessed by the FGA policy. This results in the database being unable to use the handler.
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Handler Type Mismatch
The audit handler is of an incompatible type for the intended FGA policy. Ensure the handler type matches what the policy expects.
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Database Link Issue
The audit handler relies on a broken or misconfigured database link. If the handler is on a remote database, ensure the link is functional.
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Solutions

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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