Error
Error Code:
ORA-29953
Oracle Error ORA-29953
Description
The ORA-29953 error occurs when you attempt a DDL operation (like partition maintenance or parameter modification) on a domain index partition that is in a 'FAILED' state. This typically happens after a previous operation on the index partition failed, leaving it in an unusable state.
Error Message
ORA-29953: Cannot issue a DDL statement on domain index partition string which is in FAILED status.
Known Causes
3 known causesFailed Index Operation
A previous operation (e.g., index build, data load) on the domain index partition failed, leaving it in a 'FAILED' state.
Corrupted Index Partition
The domain index partition's metadata or underlying data structures have become corrupted, resulting in the 'FAILED' status.
Resource Constraints
Insufficient resources (e.g., disk space, memory) during a previous index operation might have caused it to fail and set the partition to 'FAILED'.
Solutions
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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