HPE NonStop SQL/MX Error – 3012 COUNT is the only aggregate function that accepts (*) as an operand.

In this blog post, let’s learn about the error message “3012 COUNT is the only aggregate function that accepts (*) as an operand.” when working with HPE NonStop SQL/MX, the reason for the error and the solution to fix this error message.

Error Message

3012 COUNT is the only aggregate function that accepts (*) as an operand.

Reason for the Error

You submitted an AVG or other aggregate function that does not allow (*) as an operand. Only COUNT allows you to use (*).

Solution

Remove the (*) operand and resubmit