Error: Server Object Instance Creation Failed - Server Library Cannot Be Loaded

Error Message

When using direct connect to an Oracle database on a 64-bit server and attempting to publish an .mxd, an error message is encountered:

"Server Object instance creation failed - server library cannot be loaded"

When connecting to an ArcSDE service the .mxd can be published successfully.

Cause

This issue can occur if the Oracle 32-bit client is not installed on the server. ArcGIS Server 9.x and 10.0 are 32-bit applications and require the use of the Oracle 32-bit client for direct connections.

Solution or Workaround

Please see the following Oracle Metalink articles for further information.

• Note 781432.1 - Considerations Using The Oracle Client With Microsoft Products on 64 bit Operating System

• Note 1053922.1 - Using Windows Client Drivers in Multiple Oracle Client Homes

Article ID: 000011155

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