<p>The server cannot execute a stored procedure or function because its recorded creation context (definer, character set, or collation) is no longer valid.</p>
<p>MySQL Error 1601: ER_SR_INVALID_CREATION_CTX occurs when a stored procedure or function references a definer, character set, or collation that no longer exists or is unsupported on the current server. Recreate or alter the routine with a valid DEFINER and character set to resolve the issue.</p>
Creation context of stored routine `%s`.`%s` is invalid
MySQL raises error 1601 when it tries to load a stored procedure or function whose metadata points to an invalid creation context. The context records the DEFINER user, character set, collation, and SQL mode present when the routine was created. If any of those elements are missing or unsupported, MySQL refuses to run the routine and throws HY000: Creation context of stored routine is invalid.
The problem typically surfaces after upgrades, migrations, restores, or replication to a server with different character sets or absent definer accounts. Fixing it requires updating the routine so its metadata matches objects that actually exist on the target server.
Definer accounts may be dropped or renamed, collations can disappear after upgrading major MySQL versions, and dumps taken without proper flags may omit character-set details. Any of these gaps break the internal link between the routine and its original context, forcing MySQL to block execution for safety.
Error 1601 exists in MySQL 5.0 and later. It is common when moving routines from MySQL 5.x to 8.x because older collations or deprecated character sets are not present in the new server.
Yes. In Galaxy's searchable SQL editor, running SHOW CREATE PROCEDURE quickly reveals the stored routine definition, including its DEFINER and character set. Galaxy highlights invalid accounts or collations so you can alter the routine inline without leaving the editor.
The account referenced by DEFINER no longer exists or lacks privileges on the server.
The routine was created with a collation that is unavailable after upgrading MySQL or changing character set settings.
A dump from an older server is restored on a newer server that does not support the original context.
A replica with different default character sets receives a routine from the primary that it cannot compile.
Direct modifications of system tables corrupt the metadata needed to compile the routine.
Raised when inserting a row whose partition key does not map to any partition.
Occurs when the current user lacks privileges to execute or alter the routine.
Triggered when a DEFINER user referenced by a routine or view is missing.
Appears when calling a stored function that the server cannot find or load.
Yes. Use ALTER PROCEDURE or ALTER FUNCTION with a valid DEFINER and character set to update metadata in place.
mysql_upgrade resolves many context mismatches during version upgrades, but routines with deleted definers still require manual fixes.
No. Direct edits can corrupt the data dictionary. Always recreate or alter the routine using standard SQL.
Galaxy surfaces invalid definers in its schema browser and enforces valid character sets when you create or alter routines, reducing the chance of mismatched metadata.
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