The CHANGE DATABASE command modifies a physical RMS database element by performing a change in place. CDO changes the values you specify, and other values remain the same. If an RMS database element is controlled, CDO freezes previous versions and allows you to modify only the highest visible version. If an RMS database is uncontrolled, CDO modifies the highest version unless you specify another version number. If an RMS database element is controlled, you must reserve the database before you can issue the CHANGE DATABASE command. The SHOW DATABASE or SHOW RESERVATIONS command indicates whether this condition exists. The ON clause moves a physical RMS database to a new location on disk. When you specify the ON clause, CDO issues a notice asking you to confirm that you want to move the database. This notice cannot be suppressed. If the CHANGE DATABASE command succeeds, Oracle CDD/Repository moves the physical file on disk and updates the pointer to the physical file in the repository. If the CHANGE DATABASE command fails, Oracle CDD/Repository does not move the database.