Oracle Error RMAN-06084: the target database may not be mounted when issuing REPLICATE

Oracle Error Message

RMAN-06084: the target database may not be mounted when issuing REPLICATE

Reason for the Error

A REPLICATE command was issued, but the target database is already mounted.

Solution

dismount the target database control file by issuing ALTER DATABASE CLOSE and ALTER DATABASE DISMOUNT via Enterprise Manager or Server Manager.