Error
Error Code:
3943
MySQL Error 3943: Invalid DEFAULT in VALUES Clause
Description
This error indicates that a `VALUES` clause in your SQL statement is attempting to use the `DEFAULT` keyword for a column, but not within the context of an `INSERT` statement where it is permitted. MySQL restricts the use of `DEFAULT` in `VALUES` row constructors to specific `INSERT` scenarios only.
Error Message
A VALUES clause cannot use DEFAULT values, unless used as a source in an INSERT statement.
Known Causes
3 known causesDEFAULT in SELECT ... VALUES
This occurs when a `VALUES` clause, used as a row constructor within a `SELECT` statement, attempts to specify `DEFAULT` for a column.
DEFAULT in CREATE TABLE ... VALUES
Using `DEFAULT` within a `VALUES` clause that is part of a `CREATE TABLE ... SELECT` statement, which is not permitted.
DEFAULT in Derived Table VALUES
Specifying `DEFAULT` in a `VALUES` clause that functions as a derived table or subquery, outside of an `INSERT` operation.
Solutions
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General Troubleshooting Tips
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