FAQ & Reference: Recommended patching and actions for Oracle database versions 12.1.0.1, 11.2.0.3 and earlier - before June 2019
(Doc ID 2335265.1)
Last updated on DECEMBER 25, 2024
Applies to:
Oracle Database - Standard Edition - Version 11.1.0.7 to 12.1.0.1 [Release 11.1 to 12.1]Oracle Database - Enterprise Edition - Version 11.1.0.7 to 12.1.0.1 [Release 11.1 to 12.1]
Information in this document applies to any platform.
Purpose
This support note provides additional info related to recommended patching requirement for Oracle databases versions 11.1.0.7, 11.2.0.3 & 12.1.0.1, to be done before June 2019.
Scope
The document is intended for all DBAs.
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| 1. What are the recommended patchset/PSU/BP/RU levels ? |
| 2. What is the timeline for moving to the recommended patchset/PSU/BP mentioned ? |
| 3. What is the change introduced by the patches listed above? |
| 4. What happens if the recommended PSU / patchset is not applied? |
| 5. What about databases that are 10.2 or older, which are not listed in the table? |
| 6. How can I check the details regarding the dblinks to and from a database? |
| 7. Will there be any issues with the db links connecting two unpatched databases ? Or databases of older versions? |
| 8. Will the dblinks involving a patched and an unpatched database, stop working immediately after June 2019? |
| 9. What should I do, if the dblink connection from an older version database to a latest (or patched) version database fails, after June 2019? |
| 10. What do we need to do for 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2 and 12.2.0.1 database releases? |
| 11. Can I use Transportable Tablespace option from lower versions to 12c? Will it be affected due to this change? |
| 12. Will there be any PDB unplug and plug issues from unpatched Databases on 12c? |
| 13. Support and Questions |
| References |