When encountering the error 1176: Statement not allowed in session from MySQL DB, the user should immediately perform the following actions:
- Run `SHOW SESSION VARIABLES;` to list all session variables. This could help identify any misconfigured settings that might be affecting the session's behavior.
- Review the SQL statement causing the error. Ensure it is syntactically correct and allowed under the current MySQL configurations and permissions.
- Execute `SHOW GRANTS;` to view the permissions of the current user. This will help identify if the user lacks necessary permissions to execute the statement.
- Check the MySQL server error log for any additional information regarding the error. This might provide context or a more specific reason for the error. The location of the log file can vary, but you can find it by running `SHOW VARIABLES LIKE 'log_error';`.
- Run `SHOW PROCESSLIST;` to see if there are any long-running queries or locked tables that might be causing issues with executing new statements.
- If applicable, check if the database is running in read-only mode which might restrict certain statements. Use `SHOW VARIABLES LIKE 'read_only';` to check the read-only status.
- If possible, disconnect and reconnect to the database. This can sometimes clear session-related issues.
Each of these actions can provide immediate insights or solutions to the error encountered, without requiring the intervention of a database administrator.
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