How to fix the Oracle error RMAN-06095: a backup control file must be restored to recover datafile string?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorRMAN-06095: a backup control file must be restored to recover datafile string with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

RMAN-06095: a backup control file must be restored to recover datafile string

Reason for the Error RMAN-06095: a backup control file must be restored to recover datafile string

The control file currently mounted by the target database contains a newer incarnation of the datafile than the recovery catalog indicates is appropriate for the Point-in-Time being recovered to.

How to fix the Error RMAN-06095: a backup control file must be restored to recover datafile string ?

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

Restore the control file, using the same UNTIL clause specified on the failing RECOVER command, then reissue the command. If no control file can be restored, then you should issue a CREATE CONTROLFILE command.