Error
Error Code:
ORA-29311
Oracle ORA-29311: Incorrect Dump File
Description
The ORA-29311 error indicates that an export dump file is being imported into a database that didn't generate it. This typically occurs when attempting to import a dump file into the wrong Oracle instance or environment.
Error Message
ORA-29311: export dump file was not generated by this database, string does not match
Known Causes
3 known causesIncorrect Database Target
The dump file is being imported into a database instance different from the one that created it.
Schema Mismatch
The target database lacks the specific schema or objects present in the original database that generated the dump file.
Corrupted Dump File
The export dump file itself may be corrupted, leading to a string mismatch during import.
Solutions
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