Overview

The customer is trying to upgrade their 2023.6.4 Xinet server but encounters the error: "Upgrade failed at step 8: Convert database to InnoDB," which produces the message: "ERROR 1075 (42000) at line 7: Incorrect table definition; there can be only one auto column and it must be defined as a key." This issue is likely due to InnoDB restrictions, specifically the requirement that an auto-increment column must be defined as a primary key.

Solution

1. Use the provided preinstall scripts for steps 7 and 8 of the Xinet server upgrade process. These scripts are designed to handle the InnoDB restrictions that are causing the upgrade to fail.
2. If the problem persists after using these scripts, provide the installation logs for further assessment.

Summary

The issue arises during the Xinet server upgrade process, specifically at step 8, which involves converting the database to InnoDB. The error message indicates a problem with the table definition, likely due to InnoDB restrictions. The solution is to use the provided preinstall scripts for steps 7 and 8 of the Xinet server upgrade process. If the issue persists, providing the installation logs for further analysis is recommended.

FAQ

Q1: What is InnoDB and why does it cause this issue?
A1: InnoDB is a storage engine for MySQL. It has certain restrictions, such as the inability to use a composite primary key, which can cause issues during the upgrade process.
Q2: What are preinstall scripts and how do they help?
A2: Preinstall scripts are provided to handle the InnoDB restrictions and facilitate the upgrade process. They are designed to handle specific issues that may arise during the upgrade.
Q3: What should I do if the problem persists after using the preinstall scripts?
A3: If the problem persists after using these scripts, you should provide the installation logs for further assessment.