Error
Error Code: 1256

MySQL Error 1256: Uncompressed Data Too Large

📦 MySQL
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Description

This error indicates that MySQL encountered a block of data that, when uncompressed, exceeded its internal maximum size limit. This often happens when dealing with compressed data (e.g., from `COMPRESS()` function or compressed columns) that is either genuinely very large or has been corrupted, leading to an incorrect reported uncompressed size.
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Error Message

Uncompressed data size too large; the maximum size is %d (probably, length of uncompressed data was corrupted)
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Corrupted Compressed Data
The stored or transmitted compressed data might be damaged, causing MySQL to miscalculate its uncompressed size beyond the allowed limit.
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Excessively Large Data Blocks
Data being processed, even when validly compressed, is genuinely too large for MySQL's internal buffers when uncompressed.
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Network Data Corruption
Problems in the network or client-server communication might corrupt compressed data during transit, leading to an incorrect uncompressed size calculation.
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Solutions

Coming Soon

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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