How to fix the Oracle error RMAN-06159: error while looking up backup set?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorRMAN-06159: error while looking up backup set with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

RMAN-06159: error while looking up backup set

Reason for the Error RMAN-06159: error while looking up backup set

An error occurred while looking up the specified backup set in the recovery catalog or target database control file.

How to fix the Error RMAN-06159: error while looking up backup set ?

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

This error is accompanied by other errors describing the reason for the failure. Ensure that the key is entered correctly. If the backup set was created when the recovery catalog was not available, then a RESYNC CATALOG must be done to update the recovery catalog.