How to fix the Oracle error PLS-00738: REF target string changed during compilation?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorPLS-00738: REF target string changed during compilation with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

PLS-00738: REF target string changed during compilation

Reason for the Error PLS-00738: REF target string changed during compilation

The current unit contains a REF to a target object. During compilation, the REF’s target object was simultaneously changed by a different session. The current unit is therefore invalid and needs to be recompiled to pick up the latest definition of the REF target.

How to fix the Error PLS-00738: REF target string changed during compilation ?

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

Recompile the unit that has this error.