dba_hist_tablespace_stat tips

 
Question:  I want to be able to report on database growth.  What is the dba_hist_tablespace_stat table and is there a STATSPACK equivalent for measuring database size changes over time?

Answer:  The AWR table dba_hist_tablespace_stat table keeps a historical track of tablespace size at each snapshot time, and it can be used for rudimentary growth tracking.  However, using this table requires purchasing of thousands of dollars worth of extra-cost packs from Oracle (the performance pack and diagnostic pack).

Another problem with dba_hist_tablespace_stat is that it only shows tablespace sizes and it does not give you the table-level detail that you need for a meaningful growth report:

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