SAP Note 79341 - Checkpoint not complete

Component : Oracle -

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Summary :
This SAP Note addresses issues where Oracle databases report "checkpoint not complete" errors in the alert log, typically indicated by the wait event "log file switch (checkpoint incomplete)". The underlying cause is the DBWR process's inability to write data fast enough due to high database activity, leading to unoverwritable redo logs. Solutions recommended include checking for excessive redo log generation, investigating potential I/O bottlenecks, and configuring database settings optimally. These measures can enhance DBWR's writing capability and avoid database work interruptions during high load scenarios. Strategies include increasing redo log space, adding more log groups, and scaling DBWR processes.

Key words :
dbf        rm /oracle/<sid>/mirrloga/log_g11_m2, rm /oracle/<sid>/origloga/log_g11_m1, remove related operating system files, subsequent origlog redo logs reside, alter database add logfile group 11, alter database add logfile group 15, alter database drop logfile group 11, \oracle\<sid>\mirrloga/log_g11_m2, '/oracle/<sid>/mirrloga/log_g11_m2, \oracle\<sid>\origloga/log_g11_m1

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