Opatchauto72030 Execute In Nonrolling Mode May 2026

In Oracle terms, a 5-digit number like 72030 typically refers to a Bug Number or a Patch Number. For example, Oracle Bug 72030 might describe a specific issue in Grid Infrastructure (e.g., a memory leak in CSSD, an issue with crsctl, or a problem with ASM disk discovery). Oracle releases one-off patches (interim patches) to resolve specific bugs.

Thus, "opatchauto72030" is shorthand for: Run opatchauto to apply the interim patch that resolves bug 72030.

Hypothetical context for Bug 72030: Let’s assume bug 72030 causes intermittent node evictions in a 12.2 or 19c RAC cluster when rebalancing ASM disks. The fix is delivered as patch 72030.

Executing opatchauto for patch 72030 in non-rolling mode is a controlled, downtime-required approach suitable for critical clusterware patches. The -nonrolling flag forces simultaneous application across all nodes after a complete cluster shutdown. This method minimizes runtime risks and simplifies rollback, making it ideal for binary-level or OCR-sensitive patches. Always verify the patch README and prepare a fallback plan before execution. opatchauto72030 execute in nonrolling mode

./opatchauto apply /tmp/72030 -nonrolling

Output you might see:

OPatchauto session starts at Wed Oct 25 10:00:00 2025
Applying patch 72030 in NON-ROLLING mode.
Validation: All cluster nodes will be patched at once.
Stopping CRS on all nodes... SUCCESS
Applying binary patches to node rac1... SUCCESS
Applying binary patches to node rac2... SUCCESS
Updating ASM instances... SUCCESS
Starting CRS on all nodes... SUCCESS
Patch 72030 successfully applied.

<path_to_opatchauto> apply /stage/patches/72030 -nonrolling

Key Flags Explained:

Step 4: Monitor the Progress The tool will:

Monitor the logs located typically in: $ORACLE_BASE/cfgtoollogs/opatchauto/

Step 5: Post-Execution Verification Once the command completes, verify the status of the cluster and the patch inventory. In Oracle terms, a 5-digit number like 72030

opatchauto -nonrolling -patch 72030

Think of rolling mode as changing tires on a moving car using a pit crew that swaps one wheel while the car drives on the other three.
Non-rolling mode is like jacking up the entire car, removing all four wheels, and then putting new ones on. The car is immobile for the entire operation.

Patch 72030 requires non-rolling because one of the "tires" (e.g., the ASM shared library) is the axle itself — you can’t replace it while any wheel is on the ground.