Error
Error Code: ORA-28581

Oracle ORA-28581: Recursive External Procedure Failure

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

The ORA-28581 error indicates an internal protocol issue during the execution of a recursive external procedure. This occurs when an external procedure attempts to call another external procedure as a callback, leading to a communication breakdown.
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Error Message

ORA-28581: protocol error while executing recursive external procedure
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Known Causes

4 known causes
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Protocol Mismatch
A mismatch in the communication protocol between the Oracle database and the external procedure can lead to this error. ⚠
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Callback Depth Exceeded
The depth of recursive calls between external procedures might exceed the allowed limit. 💻
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Network Connectivity Issues
Intermittent network connectivity problems between the database server and the external procedure's host can disrupt communication. 🌐
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Shared Memory Corruption
Corruption in the shared memory segment used for communication between the Oracle database and the external procedure. ⚠
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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