How To Fix DB11140 - &1: invalid value for log_archive_dest '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB11 - Oracle Monitor: messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: &1: invalid value for log_archive_dest '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB11140 - &1: invalid value for log_archive_dest '&2' ?

  The SAP error message DB11140 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the log_archive_dest parameter in the Oracle database. This parameter is used to specify the destination for archived redo logs, and an invalid value can lead to problems with database operations, particularly in environments that require archiving for recovery purposes.
  Cause:
  The error message typically arises from one of the following issues:
  
  Invalid Path: The specified path for the log_archive_dest does not exist or is not accessible by the Oracle database.
  Incorrect Syntax: The value provided for log_archive_dest may have incorrect syntax or formatting.
  Insufficient Permissions: The Oracle user may not have the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory.
  Disk Space Issues: The destination may be valid, but there may not be enough disk space available to store the archived logs.
  Configuration Errors: There may be other configuration issues in the database that affect the archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DB11140 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Path:
  
  Verify that the path specified in log_archive_dest exists on the file system.
  Ensure that the path is correctly formatted and does not contain any typos.
  
  
  
  Permissions:
  
  Check the permissions of the directory specified in log_archive_dest. Ensure that the Oracle user has write permissions to that directory.
  
  
  
  Disk Space:
  
  Check the available disk space on the file system where the archive logs are being written. Ensure there is sufficient space to accommodate the logs.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the log_archive_dest parameter. You can use the following SQL command to check the current setting:
  SHOW PARAMETER log_archive_dest;
  
  If necessary, modify the parameter using:
  ALTER SYSTEM SET log_archive_dest='<new_value>' SCOPE=BOTH;
  
  
  
  
  Check Oracle Alert Logs:
  
  Review the Oracle alert logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart the Database:
  
  In some cases, a restart of the database may be required for changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Oracle Documentation: Refer to the Oracle documentation for detailed information on the log_archive_dest parameter and its configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message.
  Database Backup and Recovery: Ensure that your backup and recovery strategy is in place, as issues with archiving can affect your ability to recover the database.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the DB11140 error in your SAP environment.