Error
Error Code: 1421

MySQL Error 1421: No Open Cursor

📦 MySQL
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Description

This error indicates an operation (like fetching data or closing) was attempted on a MySQL cursor that was not in an open state. It commonly occurs in stored procedures or with prepared statements when cursor lifecycle management is incorrect.
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Error Message

The statement (%lu) has no open cursor.
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Known Causes

4 known causes
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Cursor Not Explicitly Opened
An attempt was made to `FETCH` from or `CLOSE` a cursor without first executing the `OPEN` statement for that cursor.
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Cursor Already Closed
The cursor was previously opened and then closed, but subsequent `FETCH` or `CLOSE` operations were attempted on the inactive cursor.
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Invalid Statement Handle
The internal prepared statement handle associated with the cursor became invalid or was deallocated before the cursor operation was attempted.
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Scope or Lifecycle Mismatch
The cursor or its associated statement handle was declared in a scope that ended, making it inaccessible or invalid for later 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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