MySQL Error 3980: Invalid JSON Attribute

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Description

This error indicates that MySQL encountered an issue when parsing or processing a JSON string or value. It signifies that the provided JSON data does not conform to valid JSON syntax or structure, often pointing to a specific error within the string at a given position.

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Error Message

Invalid json attribute, error: %s at pos %u: '%s'

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Known Causes

3 known causes

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Malformed JSON Syntax

The JSON string contains syntax errors such as missing quotes, incorrect commas, unclosed braces/brackets, or invalid escape sequences.

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Incorrect Data Type

Attempting to store non-JSON data in a JSON column or passing a non-JSON string to a MySQL function that expects valid JSON.

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Invalid Character Encoding

The JSON string contains characters that are not properly encoded (e.g., non-UTF-8 characters), leading to parsing failures.

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Solutions

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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
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