MySQL 1196: Too many connections.

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MySQL 1196: Too many connections.

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When encountering the error "1196: Too many connections" in MySQL, follow these steps:

  1. Check the current number of connections:


Run the following command in the MySQL shell to see how many connections are currently open:
SHOW STATUS WHERE `variablename` = 'Threadsconnected';

  1. Identify the source of connections:


Use this command to list all current connections, including the source host:
SHOW PROCESSLIST;

  1. Increase the connection limit temporarily (if possible and applicable):


Check the current limit:
SHOW VARIABLES LIKE "max_connections";
If needed and your system resources allow, increase the number of connections temporarily:
SET GLOBAL maxconnections = limit>;
Replace `` with the new limit value. Be cautious with this step; ensure your server has enough resources to handle the increased limit.

  1. Kill unnecessary or idle connections:


If you identify connections that are idle or not needed, you can terminate them using:
KILL ;
Replace `` with the ID of the thread you want to kill, obtained from the `SHOW PROCESSLIST` output.

These steps should help mitigate the immediate issue. However, it's essential to investigate why the connection limit was reached to prevent future occurrences.

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MySQL 1196: Too many connections.
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