How to fix the Oracle error PCB-00403: EXEC statement cannot begin in Area A?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorPCB-00403: EXEC statement cannot begin in Area A with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

PCB-00403: EXEC statement cannot begin in Area A

Reason for the Error PCB-00403: EXEC statement cannot begin in Area A

Cause: An EXEC statement began in Area A (before column 12).

How to fix the Error PCB-00403: EXEC statement cannot begin in Area A ?

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

Action: Shift the EXEC statement to the right to start it in Area B (in or after column 12).