Error
Error Code: ORA-28448

Oracle Error ORA-28448: Incorrect Dictionary Alter

📦 Oracle Database
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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.
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Error Message

ORA-28448: The ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY statement was used incorrectly.
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Known Causes

4 known causes
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Invalid Syntax
The `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement contains syntax errors such as misspelled keywords or incorrect ordering of clauses.
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Missing Required Clause
A mandatory clause, such as `COMPILE`, is missing from the `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement.
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Unsupported Operation
The `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement attempts an operation not supported for the current database version or configuration.
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Privilege Issue
The user executing the `ALTER DATABASE DICTIONARY` statement lacks the necessary privileges to modify the database dictionary.
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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