Oracle Error ORA-16188: LOG_ARCHIVE_CONFIG settings inconsistent with previously started instance

Oracle Error Message

ORA-16188: LOG_ARCHIVE_CONFIG settings inconsistent with previously started instance

Reason for the Error

The settings for the LOG_ARCHIVE_CONFIG parameter are inconsistent with the settings of a previously started instance. The settings for this parameter must be exactly the same for all instances.

Solution

Make sure all instances use the exact same LOG_ARCHIVE_CONFIG settings.