Error
Error Code: ORA-28277

Oracle Error ORA-28277: LDAP Search Failure

📦 Oracle Database
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Description

The ORA-28277 error indicates a failure during an LDAP search while authenticating a global user with passwords in Oracle Database. This typically occurs when the database attempts to locate user information or the Oracle password within the LDAP directory service during authentication.
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Error Message

ORA-28277: LDAP search, while authenticating global user with passwords, failed.
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Known Causes

4 known causes
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LDAP Service Unavailable
The LDAP directory service is down or unreachable, preventing the database from performing the necessary search.
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Incorrect LDAP Configuration
The LDAP configuration in Oracle Database might be incorrect, leading to failed searches.
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Invalid User Credentials
The global user's credentials or the Oracle password stored in LDAP might be incorrect or corrupted.
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Network Connectivity Issues
There might be network connectivity problems between the Oracle Database server and the LDAP server.
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Solutions

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Detailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:

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