How DBFS Reclaims Free Space After Files Are Deleted
(Doc ID 1438356.1)
Last updated on AUGUST 18, 2020
Applies to:
Oracle Exadata Hardware - Version 11.2.0.1 and laterOracle Database - Enterprise Edition - Version 11.2.0.0 and later
Oracle Database Cloud Schema Service - Version N/A and later
Oracle Database Exadata Cloud Machine - Version N/A and later
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - Database Service - Version N/A and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.
Goal
This document describes DBFS software on reclaiming space when files are deleted. The approach is based on the configuration of Oracle Database Filesystem (DBFS) on Oracle Database Machine. The steps in this document apply to Oracle Database Machines running 11.2 software.
Before examining dbfs space issues, ensure <patch:12662040> installed. (included in 11.2.0.2 BP12) and also dbfs required patches are installed.
<Bug:12662040> SECUREFILE LOB SEGMENT KEEPS GROWING IN CASE OF PLENTY OF FREE SPACE
List of critical patch are present as noted in document:
Note:1150157.1 List of Critical Patches Required For Oracle 11.2 DBFS and DBFS Client
Solution
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