The alert log is a critical component of any Oracle database, as it provides a detailed record of all significant events that occur within the system. These events can include everything from startup and shutdown messages to error messages and performance statistics. By regularly reviewing the alert log, database administrators can quickly identify and resolve any issues that may arise.
There are several different ways to check the alert log in Oracle. One common method is to use the SQL Plus command line tool. To do this, simply connect to the database and then issue the following command:
