Error
Error Code: 1420

MariaDB Error 1420: Prepared Statement Cursor Conflict

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Description

This error signifies an attempt to re-execute a prepared SQL statement that still has an active, open cursor associated with a previous execution. MariaDB prohibits re-execution until the statement is explicitly reset, closing any associated cursors and releasing resources. It commonly arises in application logic that manages database interactions without proper statement lifecycle handling.
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Error Message

You can't execute a prepared statement which has an open cursor associated with it. Reset the statement to re-execute it.
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Missing Statement Reset
The application attempts to re-execute a prepared statement without calling a reset function (e.g., `mysqli_stmt_reset()` in PHP) after its last execution.
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Unclosed or Unexhausted Cursor
A previous execution of the prepared statement opened a cursor (e.g., for fetching results), and this cursor was not explicitly closed or fully exhausted before the next execution attempt.
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Improper Statement Lifecycle Management
The application's logic does not correctly manage the lifecycle of prepared statements, leading to re-execution attempts on statements still holding resources from prior operations.
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Solutions

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Detailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:

General Troubleshooting Tips

  • Check the error message carefully for specific details
  • Review recent changes that might have caused the error
  • Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
  • Check log files for additional context
  • Try restarting the application or service
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