Error
Error Code: ORA-28276

Oracle Error ORA-28276: Invalid Password

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

The ORA-28276 error in Oracle Database indicates an issue with the format of the Oracle password attribute associated with a user entry. This error commonly arises during user authentication or when managing user accounts in an Oracle environment integrated with directory services.
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Error Message

ORA-28276: Invalid ORACLE password attribute.
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Incorrect Password Format
The password attribute does not comply with the RFC-2307 standard for directory service integration. This includes incorrect encoding or unsupported characters.
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Directory Service Mismatch
Inconsistencies between the Oracle database's password policy and the directory service (e.g., LDAP) can lead to format conflicts.
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Data Corruption
Corruption within the user's password attribute in the directory service can cause the Oracle database to reject it.
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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

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