How to fix the error ORA-00402: database changes by release string cannot be used by release string?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorORA-00402: database changes by release string cannot be used by release string with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

ORA-00402: database changes by release string cannot be used by release string

Reason for the Error ORA-00402: database changes by release string cannot be used by release string

Changes have been made to the database that require a newer software release or that violate the compatibility parameters.

How to fix the Error ORA-00402: database changes by release string cannot be used by release string ?

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

Use a version of the software that can understand the changes or relax the compatibility requirements in the init file.