Oracle Error ORA-00061: another instance has a different DML_LOCKS setting

Oracle Error Message

The operating instances do not use DML locks while the shared instance that is being started does.

Reason for the Error

The shared instance that is being started uses DML locks while the running instances do not, or vice versa.

Solution

Set DML LOCKS to zero at all times to avoid using DML LOCKS.

Set DML LOCKS to a positive integer at all times to use DML LOCKS.