Error
Error Code:
HV00R
PostgreSQL Error HV00R: FDW Table Not Found
Description
This error occurs when PostgreSQL attempts to access a foreign table via a Foreign Data Wrapper (FDW) but cannot locate its definition. It signifies that the database cannot find the specified external table object, preventing the successful execution of queries involving foreign data.
Error Message
fdw table not found
Known Causes
4 known causesForeign Table Definition Missing
The foreign table definition was never created or has been inadvertently dropped from the database, making it inaccessible.
Incorrect Table or Schema Name
The query references a foreign table using an incorrect name or an unqualified name that doesn't match the actual definition or current schema search path.
FDW Server Configuration Issues
The foreign server or user mapping associated with the foreign table is misconfigured, pointing to an inaccessible or non-existent external data source.
Insufficient Permissions
The database user attempting to access the foreign table lacks the necessary privileges on the foreign server or the foreign table itself.
Solutions
Coming SoonGeneral 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