HPE NonStop SQL/MX Error – 9213 If you intend to update histogram statistics for columns, you must specify a column list in the statement.

In this blog post, let’s learn about the error message “9213 If you intend to update histogram statistics for columns, you must specify a column list in the statement.” when working with HPE NonStop SQL/MX, the reason for the error and the solution to fix this error message.

Error Message

9213 If you intend to update histogram statistics for columns, you must specify a column list in the statement.

Reason for the Error

You attempted to perform UPDATE STATISTICS and did not specify a column list.

Solution

Correct your syntax to specify the column list and resubmit