DB03001: Query Syntax Error
What This Means
The database query has syntax errors. This typically indicates a bug in the application rather than a user error.
Common Causes
- Software bug — An issue in the POS application
- Version mismatch — Incompatible data schema
- Corrupted data — Data contains unexpected characters
- Encoding issues — Character encoding problems
How to Fix
1. Update the Application
Ensure you're running the latest version:
- Check for POS app updates
- Update the WCPOS WordPress plugin
- Restart after updating
2. Clear Application Data
Reset to a clean state:
- Clear local data/cache
- Login again
- Re-sync data
3. Check for Special Characters
If the error occurs with specific data:
- Check for unusual characters in product names
- Look for emojis or special symbols
- Try with simpler data
4. Report the Bug
If the issue persists:
- Note what action causes the error
- Capture any error details
- Report on GitHub
This is Usually a Bug
Query syntax errors are typically bugs in the software, not user errors. If you encounter this:
- You're not doing anything wrong
- The development team needs to know
- A fix will be released in an update
Workaround
Until a fix is available:
- Try alternative approaches to accomplish your task
- Use WooCommerce admin for affected operations
- Check for updates regularly