Error
Error Code:
ORA-28448
Oracle Error ORA-28448: Incorrect Dictionary Alter
Description
The ORA-28448 error indicates a syntax or semantic problem within an `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement. This error commonly arises from incorrect keyword usage, missing required clauses, or attempting an unsupported operation on the database dictionary.
Error Message
ORA-28448: The ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY statement was used incorrectly.
Known Causes
4 known causesInvalid Syntax
The `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement contains syntax errors such as misspelled keywords or incorrect ordering of clauses.
Missing Required Clause
A mandatory clause, such as `COMPILE`, is missing from the `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement.
Unsupported Operation
The `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement attempts an operation not supported for the current database version or configuration.
Privilege Issue
The user executing the `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement lacks the necessary privileges to modify the database dictionary.
Solutions
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