Oracle Error ORA-12511: TNS:service handler found but it is not accepting connections

Oracle Error Message

ORA-12511: TNS:service handler found but it is not accepting connections

Reason for the Error

The dispatchers notified the listener that they temporarily do not accept new connections.

Solution

Attempt the connection again. If error persists, contact the DBA to check the state of the dispatchers and/or ask him to increase the number of dispatchers.