Warning
Error Code: ORA-29960

Oracle Error ORA-29960: ODCIIndex Warning

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Description

The ORA-29960 error indicates that a warning message was generated by an ODCIIndex DDL routine and stored in the `SYS.ODCI_WARNINGS$` table. This often occurs during index creation or modification when the ODCIIndex routine encounters a non-critical issue.
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Error Message

ORA-29960: line string , string
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Custom Indexing Issue
A user-defined index type's implementation (ODCIIndex routine) has encountered a problem during index creation or maintenance, resulting in a warning.
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Data Type Mismatch
The data type of the indexed column might not be fully compatible with the ODCIIndex routine's expectations, leading to a warning.
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Resource Limitations
The ODCIIndex routine may have encountered resource constraints (e.g., memory limitations) during its operation, leading to a warning being issued but not necessarily a failure.
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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