Error
Error Code: 3038

MySQL Error 3038: Empty Geometry Input

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Description

This error indicates that a spatial function was called with geometry data that contains no actual points, lines, or polygons. It typically occurs when attempting to perform operations on an empty or malformed spatial object, preventing the function from executing correctly.
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Error Message

The geometry has no data in function %s.
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Known Causes

3 known causes
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Empty Geometry Object
A spatial data type (e.g., POINT, LINESTRING, POLYGON) was initialized or passed to a function without any coordinate data.
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Invalid Data Input
Data inserted into a geometry column might have resulted in an empty geometry due to incorrect formatting or parsing issues.
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Result of Prior Spatial Operation
A previous spatial function or query might have produced an empty geometry as a result, which was then used as input for a subsequent operation.
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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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