Error
Error Code:
ORA-29868
Oracle Index DDL Error
Description
The ORA-29868 error occurs in Oracle Database when attempting to perform Data Definition Language (DDL) operations like DROP, ALTER, or TRUNCATE on a domain index that is currently in a 'LOADING' state. This typically means an index creation or rebuild process is actively in progress.
Error Message
ORA-29868: cannot issue DDL on a domain index marked as LOADING
Known Causes
3 known causesIndex Operation Running
A CREATE INDEX or REBUILD INDEX operation is actively running on the domain index, preventing any modifications.
Concurrent DDL Attempt
Another session is already performing an operation that has placed the index in a LOADING state.
Incomplete Index Build
A previous index build was interrupted or failed, leaving the index in an inconsistent LOADING state.
Solutions
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