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4.2.2. Dataflow and Notebook Errors

💡 First Principle: Dataflow errors typically stem from data quality or connection issues. Notebook errors range from code bugs to resource exhaustion. Each requires different troubleshooting approaches.

Common Dataflow Errors

Error TypeCauseResolution
Connection failedCredentials expired, network issueRefresh connection credentials
Type mismatchSource data type changedUpdate data type mapping
Query timeoutSource system slow or large datasetOptimize query or paginate

Common Notebook Errors

Error TypeCauseResolution
Out of memoryDataset too large for executorIncrease executor memory, reduce data
Schema mismatchExpected columns missingValidate schema before processing
Permission deniedInsufficient access to dataCheck workspace and item permissions
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