Database - 10.2.0.4 Enterprise Edition on AIX 5.3 I would like to verify the existence of a process executing on the database server and if it is not, allow the instance to shutdown. If it is still executing, I would like to prevent the instance from shutting down. I realize that this check could be added to a shutdown script; however, in the event of a manual shutdown (i.e., no script used) I would like some additional controls to enforce the above requirements. I was looking at a before shutdown trigger, but I'm not sure how I would interrupt the shutdown or verify the existence of the process. Is anyone doing something similar or have some alternative solution(s)? Thanks much! > > > > > > > Tracy Rahmlow | Lead Database Analyst | Infrastructure Delivery Services Ameriprise Auto & Home Insurance | 3500 Packerland Drive | De Pere, WI 54115-9070 Ameriprise Insurance Company | IDS Property Casualty Insurance Company Office: 920.330.5164 | Fax: 920.330.5350 | ameriprise.com/autohome ----------------------------------------- ****************************************************************************** "This message and any attachments are solely for the intended recipient and may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, any disclosure, copying, use, or distribution of the information included in this message and any attachments is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by reply e-mail and immediately and permanently delete this message and any attachments. Thank you." ******************************************************************************