How to fix the Oracle error RMAN-06194: target database instance not started?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorRMAN-06194: target database instance not started with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

RMAN-06194: target database instance not started

Reason for the Error RMAN-06194: target database instance not started

A command was issued that requires the target database instance be started.

How to fix the Error RMAN-06194: target database instance not started ?

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

Issue a STARTUP command to start the instance.