Error
Error Code: ORA-28460

Oracle Encryption Parameter Conflict

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

This error occurs when attempting to set the `ENCRYPT_NEW_TABLESPACES` parameter to a value other than `DDL` while `TABLESPACE_ENCRYPTION` is set to `DECRYPT_ONLY`. This configuration is invalid because it attempts to enforce encryption without enabling full encryption capabilities.
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Error Message

ORA-28460: ENCRYPT_NEW_TABLESPACES can only be set to DDL when TABLESPACE_ENCRYPTION is set to DECRYPT_ONLY.
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Incorrect Parameter Configuration
The `ENCRYPT_NEW_TABLESPACES` and `TABLESPACE_ENCRYPTION` parameters are configured inconsistently, attempting to enable new tablespace encryption without enabling full encryption.
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Accidental Parameter Update
A DBA or automated script inadvertently updated the `ENCRYPT_NEW_TABLESPACES` parameter without considering the current `TABLESPACE_ENCRYPTION` setting.
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Misunderstanding Encryption Settings
Lack of understanding of the relationship between the `ENCRYPT_NEW_TABLESPACES` and `TABLESPACE_ENCRYPTION` parameters led to an invalid configuration.
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