Error
Error Code: ORA-29322

ORA-29322: SCN String Overflow

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

This Oracle Database error, ORA-29322, occurs when you specify an SCN (System Change Number) string that exceeds the maximum allowed size of 58 bytes/characters. This typically happens when providing an incorrect or overly long SCN value during operations involving data recovery or replication.
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Error Message

ORA-29322: SCN string size too long -- maximum size 58 bytes/characters
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Excessive SCN Length
The provided SCN string contains more than 58 characters. The database expects a specific format and length for SCN values.
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Incorrect SCN Format
The SCN string is not in the correct hexadecimal or decimal format. The database cannot parse the SCN due to invalid characters or structure.
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SCN Corruption
The SCN value itself is corrupted, leading to an unusually long or invalid representation. This can occur due to data corruption issues.
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Solutions

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General Troubleshooting Tips

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  • Review recent changes that might have caused the error
  • Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
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  • Try restarting the application or service

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