> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kathy Duret [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
>
> But I don't get this error when I query from dual just from
> the new v$dual.
That's because your v$dual view is assessing a SYS.X$ "table". To do an explain plan on a SYS.X$ "table" you have to be signed on as SYS. A more knowledgeable person may be able to tell you why.
