SAP Note 1431797 - Oracle 11.2.0: Troubleshooting the Database Upgrade

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Summary :
This SAP Note discusses solutions for common issues encountered during Oracle Database upgrades to version 11.2, including releases 11.2.0.1 to 11.2.0.4. Key tools like the Database Upgrade Assistant (DBUA), and pre- and post-upgrade scripts (utlu112i.sql and utlu112s.sql) are highlighted. It gives detailed instructions on using these tools and addresses specific bugs such as in the dbua.sap.ps1 script with troubleshooting steps and permanent fixes. Additionally, the note covers general upgrade recommendations, minimum source release versions needed for upgrades from earlier versions, and steps to handle observed symptoms and errors during the upgrade process.

Key words :
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Related Notes :

1431793Oracle 11.2.0: Upgrade Scripts
1431800Oracle 11.2.0: Central Technical Note