Error
Error Code:
ORA-28159
Oracle Error ORA-28159
Description
The ORA-28159 error indicates a missing `BEHALF` keyword in your Oracle Database SQL statement, typically when working with fine-grained access control (FGAC) policies. This error occurs when the database expects the `BEHALF` keyword but it is not provided in the query.
Error Message
ORA-28159: missing BEHALF keyword
Known Causes
3 known causesMissing BEHALF Clause
The `BEHALF` clause is required when applying FGAC policies that need to execute under a specific user context, and it's been omitted.
Incorrect Policy Definition
The security policy definition itself might expect a `BEHALF` clause but the query doesn't provide it when the policy is triggered.
Typographical Error
A simple typo might be the cause, such as misspelling `BEHALF` or omitting it entirely when it should be present.
Solutions
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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