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How can I resolve Error Code 1451 without losing data from related tables? - arjunmehta - 12-01-2025
To resolve Error Code 1451 in MySQL without losing data, follow these steps:
1. Identify Foreign Key Constraints: Check the relationships between the parent and child tables. Ensure you are not trying to delete or update a parent record that's referenced by another table.
2. Update or Delete Dependent Records: Before deleting the parent record, update or delete the related child records. For instance, set the foreign key to `NULL` in the child table or remove the dependent rows.
3. Use CASCADE Constraints: Modify the foreign key with `ON DELETE CASCADE` or `ON UPDATE CASCADE` to automatically delete or update child records when the parent record is modified.
4. Clean Orphaned Data: Manually remove orphaned child records that no longer reference a valid parent, ensuring data integrity.
These methods ensure that related data remains consistent while fixing the error.