Redis ERR wrong number of arguments

Incorrect number of arguments supplied for a command.

When encountering the error "ERR wrong number of arguments" from Redis, perform the following actions immediately:

  1. Identify the Command and Arguments Causing the Error:
    • Review the command that triggered the error. Ensure you understand the correct syntax and number of arguments required for this command. Redis commands are sensitive to the number and type of arguments.
  2. Check Redis Documentation:
    • Consult the Redis command documentation to verify the correct usage and number of arguments for the command you attempted. This can be quickly done by visiting the official Redis commands documentation online or using the HELP command in the Redis CLI for a specific command. For example, if you were trying to use the SET command, you can run HELP SET in the Redis CLI to see its correct usage.
  3. Run the COMMAND INFO for Insight:
    • Use the COMMAND INFO your-command in the Redis CLI (replace your-command with the actual command you used, e.g., SET). This will return details about the expected arguments for the command.
  4. Review and Correct the Command Syntax:
    • Based on the insights from the documentation or COMMAND INFO, revise your command to adhere to the expected syntax and number of arguments.
  5. Check for Unintended Quotes or Special Characters:
    • Ensure that your command does not mistakenly include extra quotes, missing quotes, or unintended escape characters that could alter the intended argument count.
  6. Execute the Corrected Command:
    • After making adjustments based on the above checks, re-execute your command in the Redis CLI or your application.

By following these steps, you can directly address the specific error at hand without general troubleshooting or requiring Redis administrative intervention.

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