Tips to open RMAN file
Can't open the RMAN file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RMAN files as well as a list of programs that support RMAN files.
RMAN file extension
| File Name |
Oracle Datafile Backup |
| File Developer |
Oracle Corporation |
| File Category |
Archive Files |
The RMAN file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RMAN files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RMAN file on each system platform.
What is RMAN file?
The file with the extension RMAN is the Archive Files file type. The creator of this file is Oracle Corporation. Additionally, the Archive Files category contains 619 of other files. Oracle Datafile Backup is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Oracle Database. This was created by Oracle Corporation.
How to open RMAN file?
An often recurring problem with Oracle Datafile Backup is that RMAN is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that RMAN files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RMAN file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install Oracle Database
The first step is to check if the computer has the Oracle Database program installed. To do this, enter the name Oracle Database into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open RMAN files.
Programs to open RMAN file
Remember to download programs supporting RMAN files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Oracle Database with RMAN files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the RMAN file still does not use the Oracle Database program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Oracle Database application as the default for handling the RMAN file.
Step 3. Update Oracle Database to the latest version
If, however, after binding Oracle Database with Oracle Datafile Backup there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Oracle Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the RMAN file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The RMAN file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the RMAN file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file RMAN or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected RMAN file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the RMAN file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged RMAN files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Oracle Corporation help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file RMAN except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the RMAN file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the RMAN file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the RMAN file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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