How to fix the Oracle error RMAN-08165: could not locate proxy copy string?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorRMAN-08165: could not locate proxy copy string with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

RMAN-08165: could not locate proxy copy string

Reason for the Error RMAN-08165: could not locate proxy copy string

The specified proxy copy could not be found on proxy channel.

How to fix the Error RMAN-08165: could not locate proxy copy string ?

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

If the proxy copy has been deleted, use the CROSSCHECK BACKUP command to correct the recovery catalog or target database control file entries.