Error
Error Code:
ORA-29893
ORA-29893: Conflicting Indextype Options
Description
The ORA-29893 error occurs in Oracle Database when attempting to alter an indextype with conflicting options. Specifically, it arises when the `WITH ARRAY DML (DATA_TYPE, VARRAY_TYPE)` and `WITHOUT COLUMN DATA` options are used together in an `ALTER INDEXTYPE` statement.
Error Message
ORA-29893: indextypes without column data do not need the given data type
Known Causes
2 known causesConflicting Options
Using both `WITH ARRAY DML (DATA_TYPE, VARRAY_TYPE)` and `WITHOUT COLUMN DATA` in the same `ALTER INDEXTYPE` statement is invalid because the former implies column data is present, while the latter explicitly states it is not. ⚠
Incorrect Syntax
The `ALTER INDEXTYPE` statement may contain syntax errors related to the placement or usage of these options, leading to the conflict. 💻
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