Oracle Error RMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s)

Oracle Error Message

RMAN-06498: skipping datafile string; already backed up string time(s)

Reason for the Error

The indicated datafile will not be included in the backup set. It is already backed up on the device requested and file is offline/read-only datafile. Use the FORCE option to override backup optimization.

Solution

No action is required.