How to fix the Oracle error RMAN-05597: Database started with server parameter file and PFILE clause used in command?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorRMAN-05597: Database started with server parameter file and PFILE clause used in command with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

RMAN-05597: Database started with server parameter file and PFILE clause used in command

Reason for the Error RMAN-05597: Database started with server parameter file and PFILE clause used in command

A PFILE clause was specified for duplicate command, but database was started with a server parameter file causing a conflict.

How to fix the Error RMAN-05597: Database started with server parameter file and PFILE clause used in command ?

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

Remove PFILE clause from command or restart database without using a server parameter file.