Error
Error Code:
1699
MariaDB Error 1699: SET PASSWORD Ignored with Plugin Auth
Description
This error indicates that the `SET PASSWORD` statement was used for a user account that authenticates via an external plugin. For such users, MariaDB does not manage the password directly, and attempts to change it using internal SQL commands will have no effect and result in this error.
Error Message
SET PASSWORD has no significance for users authenticating via plugins
Known Causes
3 known causesUser with Authentication Plugin
The target user account is configured to authenticate using an external plugin (e.g., `unix_socket`, `pam`, `ed25519`), which manages the password outside of MariaDB.
Misconfigured User Authentication
An administrator might be attempting to manage a user's password directly within MariaDB without realizing the user's authentication method is handled externally.
Automated Password Change Attempt
An application or script is trying to change a user's password using `SET PASSWORD` without checking the user's authentication method, leading to this error.
Solutions
Coming SoonDetailed 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