Oracle Error ORA-16056: Backup control file archival requires proper syntax.

Oracle Error Message

ORA-16056: Backup control file archival requires proper syntax.

Reason for the Error

An attempt was made to perform an online log file archival using a backup control file. However, the USING BACKUP CONTROLFILE syntax was not specified.

Solution

Use the USING BACKUP CONTROLFILE clause to perform an online log file archival using a backup control file.