is it possible to force different 'types' of index scans?

2003-12-30 Thread ryan_oracle
I know you can hint a fast full scan. I have run into cases lately where depending on circumstances Oracle will use an index, but use a sub-optimal type of index scan with dramatic differences in performances. This is on 9.2. Any hints for forcing an 'index range scan'. Anything stronger than

RE: is it possible to force different 'types' of index scans?

2003-12-30 Thread Jamadagni, Rajendra
put in a between clause in where clause on appropriate columns for a range scan. Raj Rajendra dot Jamadagni at nospamespn dot com All Views expressed in this email are strictly personal. QOTD: Any clod can have

Re: is it possible to force different 'types' of index scans?

2003-12-30 Thread Tanel Poder
You can have range scan with equality search (=) as well, if your index is non-unique and there is no unique constraint on column. Tanel. - Original Message - To: Multiple recipients of list ORACLE-L [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2003 3:24 PM put in a between clause