How to fix the Oracle error RMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s)?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorRMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s) with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

RMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s)

Reason for the Error RMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s)

The indicated datafile will not be included in the backup set. It is already backed up on the device requested and file is offline/read-only datafile. Use the FORCE option to override backup optimization.

How to fix the Error RMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s) ?

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

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