How to fix the Oracle error SQL*Loader-00417: SQL string (on column string) not allowed in direct path.?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorSQL*Loader-00417: SQL string (on column string) not allowed in direct path. with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

SQL*Loader-00417: SQL string (on column string) not allowed in direct path.

Reason for the Error SQL*Loader-00417: SQL string (on column string) not allowed in direct path.

Because the direct path bypasses SQL processing, the SQL string cannot be used.

How to fix the Error SQL*Loader-00417: SQL string (on column string) not allowed in direct path. ?

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

Remove the SQL string or use the conventional path.