Error code
PostgreSQL 42601
POSTGRESQL42601
Database Error Code· An error code returned by a database server such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
What it means
syntax_error — the SQL statement has a syntax mistake.
How to fix it
- Read the position hint in the error message and correct the surrounding SQL.
- Use a SQL formatter or the psql \e editor to spot stray commas or missing keywords.
- Validate query templates in development before running them against production.
Not affiliated with PostgreSQL. Answer summarized from the manufacturer's manual linked above; consult that source for the authoritative procedure.
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