How to fix the error ORA-00338: log string of thread string is more recent than control file?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorORA-00338: log string of thread string is more recent than control file with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

ORA-00338: log string of thread string is more recent than control file

Reason for the Error ORA-00338: log string of thread string is more recent than control file

The control file change sequence number in the log file is greater than the number in the control file. This implies that the wrong control file is being used. Note that repeatedly causing this error can make it stop happening without correcting the real problem. Every attempt to open the database will advance the control file change sequence number until it is great enough.

How to fix the Error ORA-00338: log string of thread string is more recent than control file ?

You can fix this error in Oracle by following the below steps

Use the current control file or do backup control file recovery to make the control file current. Be sure to follow all restrictions on doing a backup control file recovery.