Error
Error Code: 1161

MySQL Error 1161: Communication Packet Write Timeout

📦 MySQL
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Description

This error indicates that the MySQL server or client failed to write data packets to the network within the expected time frame. It typically occurs during active communication when a network connection is unstable, overloaded, or interrupted, preventing data from being transmitted successfully.
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Error Message

Got timeout writing communication packets
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Known Causes

4 known causes
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Unstable Network Connection
The network link between the client and MySQL server is experiencing high latency, packet loss, or congestion, preventing data from being written promptly.
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Overloaded MySQL Server
The MySQL server is under heavy load, preventing it from processing write requests from the client or responding to network acknowledgments in a timely manner.
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Firewall or Security Blocking
A firewall, proxy, or security software is interfering with the network communication, blocking or delaying data packets from being written successfully.
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Aggressive Timeout Settings
MySQL's `net_write_timeout` or other related network timeout settings might be too low for the current network conditions or operation.
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Solutions

Coming Soon

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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