Error
Error Code:
4029
MySQL Error 4029: InnoDB Compression Failure
Description
Error 4029, often reported as ER_INNODB_COMPRESSION_FAILURE, indicates that the MySQL server's InnoDB storage engine failed to perform a requested data compression operation. This typically occurs when attempting to compress data for tables using a compressed row format, during backup processes, or other operations requiring data compression. The accompanying '%s' in the message provides details about the specific underlying failure.
Error Message
Compression failed with the following error : %s
Known Causes
4 known causesInsufficient Server Resources
The MySQL server may lack sufficient CPU, memory, or disk I/O resources to perform data compression, especially under heavy load.
Corrupt Data or Table Issues
Underlying data corruption within a table or issues with the table's structure, particularly for compressed tables, can prevent successful compression.
Filesystem or Disk Problems
Problems with the underlying filesystem, such as insufficient disk space, write errors, or incorrect file permissions, can lead to compression failure.
Underlying Compression Library Errors
Issues within the compression libraries utilized by MySQL (e.g., zlib) or their interaction with the operating system can cause compression operations to fail.
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