How to fix the Oracle error TNS-00038: INTCTL: Poorly formed address or command string?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorTNS-00038: INTCTL: Poorly formed address or command string with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

TNS-00038: INTCTL: Poorly formed address or command string

Reason for the Error TNS-00038: INTCTL: Poorly formed address or command string

Cause: An unacceptable string was encountered while attempting to send a message to either the Navigator or Connection Manager. The addresses provided for either the Navigator or Connection Manager may be incorrectly constructed.

How to fix the Error TNS-00038: INTCTL: Poorly formed address or command string ?

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

Action: Check all address strings in configuration files (TNSNAMES.ORA, TNSNAV.ORA or TNSNET.ORA) and assure that they are properly formed. Regenerate the files, if possible. If all is correct, please contact Worldwide Customer Support.