Error
Error Code:
ORA-28658
Oracle Error ORA-28658: IOT Operation Invalid
Description
The ORA-28658 error in Oracle Database indicates an attempt to perform an operation specific to Index-Organized Tables (IOTs) on a regular, non-IOT table. This error occurs when the database operation being executed is only supported for tables with a specific index organization.
Error Message
ORA-28658: This operation is supported only for Index-Organized tables
Known Causes
2 known causesIncorrect Table Type
The target table is not an Index-Organized Table (IOT), but the operation requires it. Verify the table definition to ensure it is an IOT.
Accidental IOT Operation
An IOT-specific function or procedure was unintentionally called on a standard table. Review the code to ensure the correct table type is being accessed.
Solutions
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- Check the error message carefully for specific details
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- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
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- Try restarting the application or service