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Resolving Database Permission Errors.

Having trouble with database permission realted issues Duplicator Pro? This guide provides practical solutions to troubleshoot and resolve the various database permission related issues effectively.

To begin with, make sure you are using the latest version of Duplicator Pro. Please check the changelog and system requirements.

Common Error Messages

If using Duplicator during any phase you receive a message about database access issue then consider these solutions:

Error: SELECT command denied to user ‘some-user’@’localhost’ for table ‘user’

If you encounter database connection issues during the installation process, please refer to the FAQ below and navigate to the section titled “Access Denied” for troubleshooting steps.
How to resolve various Database Issues?

Command Denied Messages

If you encounter “command denied” messages, consider the options below.

In cPanel Check the “All PRIVILEGES” checkbox for the database user that is having access issues. Here are some examples:

Note: If you’re not technically inclined, the quickest solution is to reach out to your hosting provider or server administrator. Simply provide them with the error message, and they can enable the necessary permissions for you.

For various command line options see GRANT General Overview

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