Error
Error Code:
1229
MySQL Error 1229: Incorrectly Setting Global Variable
Description
This error indicates that you are attempting to modify a MySQL system variable that is configured as a GLOBAL variable without using the required `SET GLOBAL` syntax. It occurs when a `SET` statement is used to change a server-wide variable, but the `GLOBAL` keyword is omitted, leading to an invalid operation.
Error Message
Variable '%s' is a GLOBAL variable and should be set with SET GLOBAL
Known Causes
3 known causesMissing GLOBAL Keyword
Attempting to change a global system variable using `SET` instead of the explicit `SET GLOBAL` command.
Misunderstanding Variable Scope
Confusing session-level variables with server-wide global variables, leading to incorrect modification syntax.
Attempting Session-Level Global Change
Explicitly or implicitly trying to set a global variable's value for the current session only, which is not permitted for global-only variables.
Solutions
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