Error
Error Code:
3974
MySQL Error 3974: Invalid Recovery Socket Endpoints
Description
This error indicates that MySQL encountered an incorrectly formatted or invalid value when attempting to configure network endpoints for a recovery process, often related to Group Replication or other high-availability features. It typically occurs during server startup or when applying configuration changes where recovery socket endpoints are specified.
Error Message
Invalid input value for recovery socket endpoints '%s'. Please, provide a valid, comma separated, list of endpoints (IP:port)
Known Causes
4 known causesIncorrect Endpoint Format
The provided endpoint string does not adhere to the required `IP:port` format for one or more entries.
Missing or Incorrect Separator
When specifying multiple recovery socket endpoints, the comma separator between `IP:port` pairs is either missing or incorrectly placed.
Invalid IP Address or Port
An IP address or port number within an endpoint is syntactically incorrect, out of a valid range, or contains non-numeric characters where numbers are expected.
Configuration Typo
A simple typographical error, extra whitespace, or an unrecognized character in the configuration parameter leads to a malformed endpoint string.
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