Error
Error Code:
42P15
PostgreSQL Error 42P15: Invalid Schema Definition Syntax
Description
Error 42P15, 'invalid schema definition', indicates a problem with the SQL syntax used to define or modify a schema object, or a violation of access rules during such an operation. This error typically arises when attempting to create, alter, or drop schemas, tables, views, or other database objects due to malformed commands or insufficient permissions.
Error Message
invalid schema definition
Known Causes
3 known causesMalformed SQL Syntax
The SQL command used to define or modify a schema or database object contains incorrect keywords, missing clauses, or structural errors.
Insufficient User Privileges
The database role attempting to perform the schema definition operation lacks the necessary permissions (e.g., CREATE SCHEMA, CREATE TABLE) on the database or parent schema.
Invalid Object Naming
Using reserved PostgreSQL keywords as unquoted identifiers, or employing characters not permitted in schema or object names, leading to a parsing error during definition.
Solutions
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General Troubleshooting Tips
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- 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
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