Database Recovery with SQLPLUS (SAP Library - SAP Database Guide: Oracle (BC-DB-ORA-DBA))

Database Recovery with SQLPLUS

Use

Although SAPDBA recovery functions can in most cases be used to recover a failed database, there are exceptions to this. Therefore, this section describes how to recover the Oracle database system using Oracle functions.

The information here helps you with database recovery after an error in one of the following database components:

Data files
Online redo log files
Control files

Caution

An incorrectly performed recovery might lead to irreparable loss of data in your database. We recommend you to always discuss your recovery plan with an experienced co-worker, your SAP consultant, or an Oracle specialist before you start a recovery.