Error
Error Code:
3596
MySQL Error 3596: INTERVAL with RANGE Frames
Description
This error indicates an incorrect use of the `INTERVAL` clause within a MySQL window function. It occurs when `INTERVAL` is specified alongside a `ROWS` frame, whereas it is exclusively designed to be used with `RANGE` frames to define a window based on value ranges.
Error Message
Window '%s': INTERVAL can only be used with RANGE frames.
Known Causes
3 known causesIncorrect Window Frame Type
The `INTERVAL` clause was used within a `ROWS` frame definition (e.g., `ROWS BETWEEN INTERVAL '1' DAY PRECEDING`), which is syntactically invalid.
Misunderstanding Window Frame Logic
Users might confuse `ROWS` frames (based on row count/position) with `RANGE` frames (based on value differences), leading to an attempt to apply `INTERVAL` to the wrong frame type.
Attempting Time-Based Calculations with ROWS
This error frequently arises when trying to define a time-based window (e.g., 'last X minutes/days') using `ROWS` instead of the appropriate `RANGE` frame with `INTERVAL`.
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