Error: dynamodb attribute does not exist
Answered by Rafal Wilinski
What's Causing This Error
This error occurs when you try to access an attribute or column that does not exist in the table or item. Deleting the item or attribute and using a non-existing attribute are the most common reasons for this error.
Solution: Here's How To Resolve It
Following the below steps will help you to resolve this error.
- Make sure the attribute you refer to is available in the table and that you use the correct spelling.
- If the attribute is deleted, you can use the update method to add it back.
- If the item is not available, you can use the put method to create a new item with the attribute.
- Make sure you have the correct permissions to access the table and item.
Other Common DynamoDB Errors (with Solutions)
- DynamoDB Item Does Not Exist
- dynamodb table did not stabilize
- DynamoDB attribute not empty
- dynamodb value cannot be null. (parameter 'type')
- DynamoDB BatchWriteItem error
- dynamodb property projection cannot be empty
- dynamodb update fail if not exists
- DynamoDB no attribute schema defined
- dynamodb the parameter cannot be converted to a numeric value
- DynamoDB error 400
- dynamodb cannot assign requested address
- DynamoDB Local NoClassDefFoundError
- DynamoDB Is Unsupported It Cannot Be Instantiated
- Could not connect to the endpoint URL https:dynamodb.singapore.amazonaws.com
- DynamoDB stream no records processed
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