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Understanding the OPW-00029 Error in Oracle

When managing data in Oracle, administrators often encounter various errors that can hinder database performance and efficiency. One common issue that may arise is the OPW-00029 error, which relates to password complexity requirements.

In this article, we’ll delve into the OPW-00029 error, its causes, and most importantly, the solutions to resolve this issue. By the end of this article, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of how to bypass password complexity in Oracle and troubleshoot potential problems that may occur.

What is the OPW-00029 Error?

The OPW-00029 error typically occurs when attempting to alter a user’s password using the ALTER USER statement or when trying to create a new user with a password that fails to meet the database’s password complexity rules. Oracle throws this error to ensure that users are adhering to the security guidelines defined for password creation.

This error message usually appears as follows:

There are several reasons why the OPW-00029 error occurs, including:

• The password is too short or weak.
• The password does not include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, or special characters.
• The password has not been changed for a long time, exceeding the maximum age allowed.

Fortunately, administrators can resolve this error and bypass password complexity in Oracle with a few simple steps, which we’ll cover below.

Resolving the OPW-00029 Error

To resolve the OPW-00029 error and bypass password complexity in Oracle, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Check password verification function

First, verify that the password verification function is enabled in your Oracle database. This function checks the strength of the new password against a set of predefined rules, including password length and complexity.

To check the password verification function, use the following query:

This will return a list of installed Oracle components and their versions. Look for the “Oracle Database” component and ensure that the version is 10.1 or later, which includes the password verification function.

Step 2: Modify password verification function

If the password verification function is enabled, you may need to modify it to allow simpler passwords or bypass password complexity altogether.

To achieve this, use the following command:

This will update the password verification function to allow simpler passwords, bypassing the password complexity check.

Additional Troubleshooting Steps

In some cases, the OPW-00029 error may still occur after modifying the password verification function. To further troubleshoot the issue, try the following:

• Check the password profile: Verify that the password profile for the user is set to allow simpler passwords. Use the following command to view the password profile:

Check if the “FAILED_LOGIN_ATTEMPTS” parameter is set to a value that allows fewer login attempts.

Conclusion

Resolving the OPW-00029 error and bypassing password complexity in Oracle involves a series of steps, including verifying the password verification function, modifying it if necessary, and troubleshooting additional issues. By following these steps, administrators can ensure that user passwords meet security requirements and database performance remains optimal.

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References:

Oracle documentation: CREATE-DATABASE