Oracle Error ORA-16098: Primary database has been shut down to prevent data loss.

Oracle Error Message

ORA-16098: Primary database has been shut down to prevent data loss.

Reason for the Error

The primary database was shut down because it was operating in maximum protection mode and no suitable standby databases were available to protect the primary database from data loss.

Solution

Diagnose and correct whatever errors exist in the configuration or configure the primary database for maximum availability or maximum performance mode.