Error
Error Code: ORA-30200

Oracle Error ORA-30200: Invalid NLS Item

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Description

The ORA-30200 error indicates an issue with the National Language Support (NLS) settings in Oracle Database. It occurs when an unsupported NLS item is passed to the `OCINlsGetInfo()` function, leading to a failure in retrieving NLS information.
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Error Message

ORA-30200: Wrong NLS item was passed into OCINlsGetInfo()
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Unsupported NLS Item
The specified item number passed to `OCINlsGetInfo()` is not a valid or recognized NLS parameter. This is the primary cause for the error.
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Incorrect Item Number
The item number used in the `OCINlsGetInfo()` call might be mistyped or based on outdated documentation. Verify the correct item number.
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Deprecated Item
The NLS item you are trying to access might be deprecated or no longer supported in the current Oracle Database version.
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Solutions

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General Troubleshooting Tips

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  • Review recent changes that might have caused the error
  • Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
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