- 19 Sep, 2025
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ERROR: column “col” does not exist
PostgreSQL Column Does Not Exist – Error Explained
When you run a query in PostgreSQL and see:
Why Does This Error Happen?
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The column was never created.
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Typo or misspelling in the column name.
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Case sensitivity (PostgreSQL converts unquoted names to lowercase).
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Wrong table or schema being queried.
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The column was dropped or renamed.
Fixes for PostgreSQL Column Does Not Exist Error
1. Check available columns in the table
\d table_name
2. Correct spelling mistakes
Double-check the column name in your query.
3. Handle case sensitivity
If the column was created with quotes, you must use them:
SELECT col FROM schema_name.table_name
6. Restore dropped or renamed columns
If a column was removed accidentally, restore from backups or add it again with proper data type.
Conclusion
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