MySQL 1064: Syntax error in SQL statement.

  1. Identify the exact SQL statement that caused the error 1064 by checking the application logs or the error message details.



  1. Copy the problematic SQL query for analysis.



  1. Use an online SQL validator or formatter tool to check for syntax errors in the copied SQL query.



  1. Look for common syntax issues within the query such as:


- Missing or misplaced commas, quotes, parentheses, or semicolons.
- Incorrectly spelled SQL keywords.
- Using reserved words as identifiers without backticks.

  1. If the error points to a specific line or part of the query, focus your investigation on that area.



  1. Simplify the query by removing parts of it until the error goes away. This can help identify the exact part of the query causing the issue.



  1. Once identified, correct the syntax error in the query.



  1. Run the corrected SQL query directly in the MySQL command-line interface or through a MySQL management tool like phpMyAdmin to confirm the issue is resolved. Use the following command format in the MySQL CLI:


USE yourdatabasename;
-- Paste your corrected SQL query here and run it


9. Monitor the application for any recurrence of the error.

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