SAP Note 23345 - Consistency check of ORACLE database

Component : Oracle -

Solution : https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/23345 (SAP Service marketplace login required)

Summary :
This SAP Note outlines crucial Oracle database and backup consistency check strategies to prevent data loss from corruptions, which might occur due to failures across system components. It emphasizes regular consistency evaluations via multiple recommended methods, including transaction DB13 for database checks and RMAN for backup verifications. For inherent Oracle environments, it advises setting the db_block_checksum parameter and utilizing BR*TOOLS for operational efficiency. Critical details include implementing exhaustive checks when database corruptions are detected and interacting with SAP Oracle support for guidance on managing database integrity issues.

Key words :
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